Stories of American Life and Adventure by Edward Eggleston

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Author Eggleston, Edward, 1837-1902
Title Stories of American Life and Adventure
Credits E-text prepared by Mark C. Orton and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Stories of American Life and Adventure" by Edward Eggleston is a collection of historical narratives and short stories written in the late 19th century. This work aims to entertain and educate, delving into the lives and adventures of early Americans, particularly from the perspectives of children and youth. The stories explore various themes, including contact with Native Americans, pioneer life, and significant historical events, emphasizing the unique traits that characterize the American spirit. The opening of the work sets the stage for an engaging exploration of American history through the eyes of early settlers. The preface outlines the author’s intent to make school reading both enjoyable and informative, highlighting tales that capture the adventurous essence of pioneering life and the customs of different eras. The initial story introduces a young boy named Henry Spelman, who is sent to Virginia and later experiences life among the Native Americans, providing readers with an early insight into the challenging interactions between settlers and Indigenous peoples, as well as the resourcefulness and adaptability required in those times. Overall, the beginning hints at a rich tapestry of stories that reflect the adventurous spirit and hardships of America's formative years. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Readers -- History
Subject United States -- History -- Juvenile literature
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EBook-No. 15597
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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