The Boy Hunters by Mayne Reid

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Author Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883
Title The Boy Hunters
Note Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "The Boy Hunters" by Captain Mayne Reid is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story centers around three adventurous boys who embark on an expedition to capture the hide of a rare and coveted white buffalo, inspired by their father, a hunter-naturalist. Alongside their thrilling quest, the book presents an exploration of the flora and fauna of the American prairies, blending adventure with nature study. At the start of the narrative, the setting is introduced as a quaint house near the Mississippi River, home to Colonel Landi, a distinguished naturalist with an injured leg, and his three sons: Basil, Lucien, and Francois. The boys eagerly volunteer to venture into the wild prairies after their father expresses a desire to obtain a perfect white buffalo skin, prompting a discussion within the family about the feasibility of such an endeavor. As excitement builds, the bond between the father and sons is highlighted, showcasing their respective personalities—Basil being the courageous hunter, Lucien the studious naturalist, and Francois the playful prankster—all of which sets the stage for their forthcoming adventures in the wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Animals -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
Subject West (U.S.) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Hunting -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 21236
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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