The Sagamore of Saco by Elizabeth Oakes Prince Smith

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Author Smith, Elizabeth Oakes Prince, 1806-1893
Title The Sagamore of Saco
Note Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Sagamore of Saco" by Elizabeth Oakes Smith is a historical fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds during the early colonial period in New England, encompassing themes of love, conflict, and societal tensions through the experiences of young John Bonyton and his beloved, Hope Vines. The story is set against a backdrop of early colonial life, capturing the complexities of relationships between settlers and Native Americans, and the impending conflicts arising from suspicion and prejudice. The opening of the novel introduces us to the emotional turmoil surrounding John Bonyton, whose fierce love for Hope Vines stands at odds with societal expectations and familial pressures. As the narrative unfolds, it reveals the character dynamics between John, Hope, and their parents, particularly reflecting on the clashes between Puritanical beliefs and individual desires. At the same time, a dark undercurrent of jealousy from Acashee, a Native American girl enamored with John, hints at perilous circumstances that could ensnare Hope, culminating in rising tensions as the characters navigate their intertwined fates amidst cultural strife and personal aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Algonquian Indians -- Fiction
Subject Dime novels
Subject Unrequited love -- Fiction
Subject Romance fiction
Subject Indians of North America -- Kings and rulers -- Fiction
Subject Saco (Me.) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 56007
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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