Cato, the creeper; or, The demon of Dead-Man's Forest: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Cato, the creeper; or, The demon of Dead-Man's Forest is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dewey, Frederick H..
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"Cato, the Creeper; or, The Demon of Dead-Man's Forest" by Frederick H. Dewey is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the eerie and treacherous setting of Dead-Man's Forest in Arkansas, focusing on characters like Cato, a freed slave known for his stealth, and Captain Charles Downing, a charming yet cruel leader of a band of robbers. The narrative hints at adventure, danger, and the exploration of human morals against a backdrop of lawlessness and suspense. At the start of the tale, we meet Cato as he wanders through the haunting forest, enjoying a carefree moment until his encounter with the intimidating Captain Fink, who is associated with Downing's notorious band. As the plot progresses, we see Downing and his gang's sinister activities, particularly their plans involving the beautiful Katie Jeffries, who is living in the nearby settlement. The opening portion sets the stage for a thrilling exploration of conflict between the settlers and the outlaws while introducing themes of loyalty, fear, and the struggle for survival in a perilous environment. The reader is drawn into a world filled with tension and foreboding, as Katie’s fate becomes intertwined with the machinations of Downing and his threatening crew.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Cato, the creeper; or, The demon of Dead-Man's Forest
- Author credits: Dewey, Frederick H.
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Abduction -- Fiction
- African Americans -- Fiction
- Arkansas -- Fiction
- Brigands and robbers -- Fiction
- Detective and mystery stories
- Dime novels
- Frontier and pioneer life -- Fiction
- Rescues -- Fiction
- Unrequited love -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
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