Scarred Eagle; or, Moorooine, the sporting fawn. A story of lake and shore: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Scarred Eagle; or, Moorooine, the sporting fawn. A story of lake and shore: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Scarred Eagle; or, Moorooine, the sporting fawn. A story of lake and shore is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dearborn, Andrew (1836–1909).
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"Scarred Eagle; or, Moorooine, the Sporting Fawn. A Story of Lake and Shore" by Andrew Dearborn is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book centers around rugged characters navigating the complexities of frontier life amid conflicts between Native Americans and settlers. Scarred Eagle, a seasoned hunter marked by past battles, teams up with his Indian companion Goodbrand, as they find themselves pursued by hostile warriors across the perilous waters of Lake Erie. At the start of the narrative, tension mounts as Scarred Eagle and Goodbrand escape from a group of Indian warriors in pursuit. They engage in a precarious chase in their canoe, relying on cunning and experience to evade capture. Just as Scarred Eagle is struck and appears to drown, he manages to reemerge with the help of Goodbrand, who is determined to protect him. This opening portion sets the stage for the escalating action, revealing the bonds of friendship and loyalty as they confront not only external threats but the darker aspects of their own society, hinted through character introductions and initial skirmishes. The stakes are heightened with the introduction of Moorooine, an Indian girl caught between her love for the white man, White Fox, and her loyalty to her people, establishing a rich tapestry for the unfolding drama.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Scarred Eagle; or, Moorooine, the sporting fawn. A story of lake and shore
- Author credits: Dearborn, Andrew (1836–1909)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Detroit (Mich.) -- History -- Siege, 1763 -- Fiction
- Dime novels
- Fort Detroit (Detroit, Mich.) -- Fiction
- Indian captivities -- Fiction
- Indian women -- Fiction
- Indians of North America -- Fiction
- Irish -- United States -- Fiction
- Miami Indians -- Fiction
- Pontiac's Conspiracy, 1763-1765 -- Fiction
- Scouts (Reconnaissance) -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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