In the Wilds of Florida: A Tale of Warfare and Hunting: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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In the Wilds of Florida: A Tale of Warfare and Hunting is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Kingston, William Henry Giles (1814–1880).
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"In the Wilds of Florida: A Tale of Warfare and Hunting" by W.H.G. Kingston is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story follows Maurice Kearney, a young Irish school-leaver, who, facing uncertainty about his future and family debts, sets out for Florida to visit relatives and assist his uncle, Nicholas Kearney. The setting encompasses the tumultuous backdrop of dispersed native tribes and the potential for conflict, leading into thrilling hunts and the challenges of survival. At the start of the tale, Maurice contemplates his lack of direction in life after leaving school and learns of his uncle's plight as he faces declining health and concerns for his family's safety amidst the unrest with local Indians. As the narrative unfolds, we follow Maurice and his father as they prepare for a voyage to America, encountering various characters on board the ship, including the brave Maulins Rochford and the insightful naturalist Monsieur Lejoillie. The group faces perilous situations and makes memorable connections, setting an exciting tone for their upcoming adventures in the wilds of Florida.
Book and edition facts
- Title: In the Wilds of Florida: A Tale of Warfare and Hunting
- Author credits: Kingston, William Henry Giles (1814–1880)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
- Animals -- Juvenile fiction
- Florida -- Description and travel
- Hunting -- Fiction
- Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
- Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
- Sailing -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
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