| Author |
Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883 |
| Uniform Title |
The Lost Mountain. Finnish
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| Title |
Kullankaivajat ja indiaanit: Kertomus Pohjois-Meksikosta
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 32.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Matti Järvinen, Tuija Lindholm and PG Distributed
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| Summary |
"Kullankaivajat ja indiaanit: Kertomus Pohjois-Meksikosta" by Mayne Reid is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around a group of miners, primarily composed of a diverse group of Mexicans and a few foreigners, as they embark on a challenging journey through the northeastern deserts of Mexico in search of gold. The story captures not only their treacherous travels but also the interactions and relationships between the miners and the indigenous peoples of the region. The opening of the book introduces the core characters and establishes the dire conditions under which they travel. Led by Pedro Vicente, a skilled prospector, the group suffers from a severe lack of water as they traverse arid lands. As they search for the mysterious Cerro Perdido, their hopes for survival hinge on discovering this mountain, which promises both water and fertile ground. The initial chapters set the tone for a tale of adventure and struggle, hinting at the impending conflict with the Apaches they might encounter, thus drawing readers into the drama of survival and discovery in a harsh, unforgiving landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Camping -- Juvenile fiction
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Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
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Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
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Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
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Rescues -- Juvenile fiction
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Mountains -- Juvenile fiction
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Outdoor life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Coyote -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
15764 |
| Release Date |
May 3, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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