| Author |
Sabin, Edwin L. (Edwin Legrand), 1870-1952 |
| Illustrator |
Stephens, Charles H., 1851-1931 |
| LoC No. |
19018644
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| Title |
Lost with Lieutenant Pike
How from the Pawnee Village the boy named Scar Head marched with the young American Chief clear into the Snowy Mountains; how in the dead of winter they searched for the Lost River and thought that they had found it; and how the Spanish Soldiery came upon them and took them down to Santa Fé of New Mexico, where another surprise awaited them
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| Original Publication |
United States: J. B. Lippincott Company,1919.
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| Series Title |
The American trail blazers
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Lost with Lieutenant Pike" by Edwin L. Sabin is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. This adventure tale revolves around the journey and explorations of 27-year-old Lieutenant Zebulon Pike, who sets out to uncover the mysteries of the Southwest with a small platoon of soldiers during a time of conflict between American and Spanish territories. The story likely unfolds within the turbulent period of early American expansion, weaving historical events with fictional elements to engage readers in the challenges faced by Pike and his men. The opening of the novel introduces several characters, including the young Indian boy named Scar Head, who plays a vital role in the unfolding events. Readers are drawn into the narrative as Scar Head and his companions observe the Spanish soldiers and plan their interactions with them. The foreword sets the stage for Pike's expedition, underscoring the dangers posed by both hostile Native American tribes and Spanish forces, establishing a sense of urgency and adventure as they navigate the complexities of the landscape and their mission. The story promises intense action, personal growth, and the intricate dynamics between diverse cultures during a pivotal moment in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Pike, Zebulon Montgomery, 1779-1813 -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67142 |
| Release Date |
Jan 11, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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