The Young Ranchers; Or, Fighting the Sioux: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Young Ranchers; Or, Fighting the Sioux is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Ellis, Edward Sylvester (1840–1916).
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"The Young Ranchers; Or, Fighting the Sioux" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows young Warren Starr, a skilled hunter and a committed son, who faces the looming threat of Sioux attacks while journeying home to his family’s ranch in South Dakota. The narrative explores themes of courage, friendship, and survival in the face of adversity as Warren navigates dangers posed by both nature and potentially hostile tribes. At the start of the tale, Warren Starr is making his way home from Fort Meade, feeling the foreboding signs of an impending snowstorm as well as the tensions among the Sioux tribes. He is haunted by rumors of unrest, particularly fueled by the notorious Sitting Bull and his influences over the young warriors of the tribe. As he rides, he is consumed by thoughts of his family's safety and resolves to reach them to protect them from any imminent threat. His apprehension escalates when his beloved hound, Bruno, arrives with a grave warning—that the family is in danger from a Sioux attack—leading Warren to make the difficult decision to not follow his father's advice to turn back. Instead, he determines to find his loved ones, unwittingly setting the stage for a confrontation with fate.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Young Ranchers; Or, Fighting the Sioux
- Author credits: Ellis, Edward Sylvester (1840–1916)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Dakota Indians -- Juvenile fiction
- Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
- Ranch life -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
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