The Trappers of Arkansas; or, The Loyal Heart: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Trappers of Arkansas; or, The Loyal Heart: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Trappers of Arkansas; or, The Loyal Heart is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Aimard, Gustave (1818–1883). The listed translation credits are Wraxall, Lascelles, Sir (1828–1865).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Trappers of Arkansas; or, The Loyal Heart" by Gustave Aimard is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the American frontier, featuring adventurous characters, particularly highlighting the intense lives of trappers navigating through perilous encounters with Native American tribes. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, courage, and the struggles faced in the untamed wilderness of the prairies. The opening of the novel introduces a scene filled with violence and chaos in the city of Hermosillo, as a young boy named Rafaël acts with impulsive ferocity after a conflict escalates, resulting in him killing a vaquero. This act marks the beginning of his descent into a life marked by sorrow and loss, as his father, Don Ramón Garillas, faced with a choice between paternal love and the need to uphold his family's honor, condemns him to a life of isolation in the desert. The initial chapters set the stage for a deeply emotional tale of familial bonds strained by societal expectations and personal turmoil.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Trappers of Arkansas; or, The Loyal Heart
- Author credits: Aimard, Gustave (1818–1883)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Wraxall, Lascelles, Sir (1828–1865)
Catalogue subjects
- Arkansas -- Fiction
- Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.) -- Fiction
- Trappers -- Fiction
- Western stories
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
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