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Indian and Scout: A Tale of the Gold Rush to California: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Indian and Scout: A Tale of the Gold Rush to California: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Indian and Scout: A Tale of the Gold Rush to California is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Brereton, F. S. (Frederick Sadleir) (1872–1957).

Catalogue synopsis

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"Indian and Scout: A Tale of the Gold Rush to California" by F. S. Brereton is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the California Gold Rush and follows the life of Jack Kingsley, the young hero whose father was murdered by a man named Tusker Joe. Tusker's dark past and Jack's quest for justice intertwine as they navigate the dangerous and lawless environment of the gold mining era." "The opening of the story introduces readers to Tusker Joe, a menacing figure in a saloon who grapples with the consequences of his recent violent actions. After a confrontation that leads to the murder of two men, Tusker Joe becomes a target for the law, prompting fear and gossip among the townsfolk. Meanwhile, Jack Kingsley, the son of one of Tusker's victims, is introduced as a young boy determined to uncover the truth behind his father’s death, setting forth a narrative filled with adventure, moral dilemmas, and the pursuit of justice in a tumultuous period of American history."

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Indian and Scout: A Tale of the Gold Rush to California
  • Author credits: Brereton, F. S. (Frederick Sadleir) (1872–1957)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • California -- Gold discoveries -- Juvenile fiction
  • Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.) -- Juvenile fiction
  • Overland journeys to the Pacific -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Adventure
  • Category: American Literature
  • Category: Historical Novels

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