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  • The Border Rifles

    A Tale of the Texan War

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    Texas, 1835: the Anglo colonists arming against Mexico, a French adventurer, Comanche country, and a border where nobody's writ runs. Aimard was the illegitimate son of an aristocrat, ran away to sea at nine and spent a decade living among the Comanche before he wrote a line — which is why the French made him their Fenimore Cooper, and why the detail is not from a library. Newly typeset for this ... Read more

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  • The Missouri Outlaws

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    On the 4th of August, 1801, a little after eight o'clock at night, just as the last rays of the setting sun disappeared behind the heights of Dorchester, gilding as they did so the summits of certain islands scattered at the entrance to Boston Bay, some idlers of both sexes, collected on Beacon Hill, at the foot of the lighthouse, saw a large vessel making for the harbour. At first it seemed as if ... Read more

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  • The White Scalper: A Story of the Texan War

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    Colonel Melendez, after leaving the Jaguar, galloped with his head afire, and panting chest, along the Galveston road, exciting with his spurs the ardour of his horse, which yet seemed to devour space, so rapid was its speed. But it is a long journey from the Salto del Frayle to the town. While galloping, the Colonel reflected; and the more he did so, the more impossible did it appear to him that ... Read more

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  • The Red River Half-Breed: A Tale of the Wild North-West

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    The novel is set in the Canadian North-West, a region rich in wilderness and cultural diversity. The story centers on a character known as the Red River Half-Breed, a young man of mixed heritage living in the region. The title character is a blend of Native American and European ancestry, reflecting the complex cultural and social dynamics of the time.The Red River Half-Breed is depicted as a ... Read more

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  • The Flying Horseman

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    Gustave Aimard was the adopted son of one of the most powerful Indian tribes, with whom he lived for more than fifteen years in the heart of the Prairies, sharing their dangers and their combats, and accompanying them everywhere, rifle in one hand and tomahawk in the other. In turn squatter, hunter, trapper, warrior, and miner, Gustave Aimard has traversed America from the highest peaks of the ... Read more

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  • The Frontiersmen

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    In the year 1783, Western New York—or at least what was then deemed Western New York—was an almost unbroken wilderness, scarcely known to the inhabitants of the eastern and south-eastern portions of the State; although the greater part of that large tract of territory then known as Tryon County, was especially an unexplored country. It is true that occasionally some adventurous pioneer had ... Read more

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  • The Queen of the Savannah: A Story of the Mexican War

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    The Queen of the Savannah: The titular character, who is a central figure in the story. She is depicted as a powerful and influential woman with a significant role in the events of the novel.Protagonists and Antagonists: Includes various characters involved in the conflict, including soldiers, adventurers, and local figures who interact with the Queen of the Savannah and influence the course of ... Read more

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  • Last of the Incas: A Romance of the Pampas

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    Introduction to the Setting and Characters: The novel begins by establishing the setting in the Pampas and introducing the key characters, including the remnants of the Inca civilization and the protagonist.Rising Conflict: The central conflict involves the threats faced by the Inca people from external forces. This includes conflicts with colonial powers or rival factions seeking to undermine or ... Read more

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  • The Tiger-Slayer A Tale of the Indian Desert

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    The Tiger-Slayer (unnamed protagonist): A skilled hunter and adventurer, known for his bravery and determination to protect the innocent from the dangers of the desert.Mahila: A young woman from a local village, whose fate becomes intertwined with the protagonist's quest. Her courage and resilience serve as a contrast to the harshness of the desert environment.Colonel Munro: A British military ... Read more

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  • The Guide of the Desert

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    The novel is set in the vast and arid landscapes of the American Southwest, focusing on the harsh and challenging conditions of the desert. The setting plays a crucial role in the story, with the environment adding both danger and drama to the characters' adventures.The Protagonist: The central character is often a guide or explorer, skilled in navigating the treacherous desert terrain. Known for ... Read more

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  • The Trail-Hunter A Tale of the Far West

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    In "The Trail-Hunter," Aimard likely tells the story of a protagonist who navigates the challenges of the frontier as a trail hunter. The novel would feature themes of exploration, survival, and encounters with Native American tribes and other frontier characters. Aimard's writing style includes detailed depictions of the natural environment and action-packed narratives that capture the spirit of ... Read more

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  • The White Scalper A Story of the Texan War

    by Gustave Aimard ...
    The novel is set against the backdrop of the Texan War of Independence (1835-1836), a pivotal conflict in which Texan settlers fought against Mexican forces for independence from Mexico. Aimard's narrative likely follows a protagonist caught up in the conflict, exploring themes of bravery, survival, and the clash of cultures between American settlers and Mexican troops.Aimard's writing often ... Read more

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