| Author |
Ellis, Edward Sylvester, 1840-1916 |
| Title |
The Huge Hunter; Or, The Steam Man of the Prairies
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Blackmask Online. HTML version by Al Haines.
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| Summary |
"The Huge Hunter; Or, The Steam Man of the Prairies" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a novel written in the late 19th century. It combines elements of adventure and fantasy as it follows the story of a young inventor, Johnny Brainerd, who creates a steam-powered automaton that resembles a giant man. The narrative unfolds primarily against the backdrop of the American West, teeming with danger and excitement, as Johnny and his inventions encounter various characters, including hunters and Native Americans. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to two characters, Mickey McSquizzle and Ethan Hopkins, who are bewildered by the sight of the incredible steam man. Their astonishment gives way to curiosity as they witness its operation, controlled by a boy named Johnny. As Ethan discovers that Baldy Bicknell, an eccentric trapper, is the one driving the steam man alongside Johnny, a sense of camaraderie begins to form. This opening chapter sets the stage for a thrilling adventure, blending elements of comedy with the wonder of invention as they prepare for confrontations with both wild nature and humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Robots -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Dime novels
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7506 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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