A Tale of the Western Plains
Item# 9780486452616
$19.94
G. A. Henty has a wonderful talent for combining history and fiction for children. In this thrilling adventure story he transports young readers back to the early days of the... Read more
G. A. Henty has a wonderful talent for combining history and fiction for children. In this thrilling adventure story he transports young readers back to the early days of the American frontier with a narrative that's as educational as it is exci.. Read less
Description
G. A. Henty has a wonderful talent for combining history and fiction for children. In this thrilling adventure story he transports young readers back to the early days of the American frontier with a narrative that's as educational as it is exciting. His rip-roaring story follows the exploits of Hugh Tunstall a young English lad who leaves England for Texas where he experiences firsthand the lawlessness of the Far West. Facing the challenges of life in an untamed wilderness Hugh finds work on a cattle ranch encounters hostile Indians and chases kidnappers. The absorbing narrative also offers authentic accounts of mining camps lumberjacking cattle ranching and trapping with some riveting scenes of gunfights wildfires horse races roundups and daring rescues thrown in for good measure.
A treat for adventure-loving readers everywhere this rousing tale will be welcomed by Henty fans of all ages.
A treat for adventure-loving readers everywhere this rousing tale will be welcomed by Henty fans of all ages.
Information
Subject: Language Arts
Grade: Grade 5-Grade 9
Brand: Dover Publications
Publisher Date: 09/08/2006
Author: G.A. Henty
Dimensions: 8.25 x 5.18
UPC: 9780486452616
Ages: 9-12 years
Pages: 336
