Gustave Aimard

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The Flying Horseman (eBook, ePUB)

Beschreibung

Gustave Aimard wrote the daring Western book "The Flying Horseman." With the American frontier as its backdrop in the middle of the 19th century, the plot centres on the mysterious and talented horseman known simply as "The Flying Horseman." The Flying Horseman is well known for both his enigmatic past and extraordinary riding prowess. He faces a number of difficulties while traversing the wild west, such as run-ins with lawbreakers, disputes with Native American groups, and personal grudges. The Flying Horseman faces his own demons, forges connections with surprising allies, and travers's hazardous terrain all along the way. The book explores themes of justice, atonement, and the collision of civilizations on the frontier in between the action and adventure. Readers are drawn into a world of peril and excitement by Aimard's vivid imagery and gripping story, where it is frequently difficult to distinguish between heroism and villainy. A legendary story of the Wild West, "The Flying Horseman" is full of bold adventures, memorable showdowns, and surprising turns. Fans of Western literature and adventure fiction will find Aimard's novel to be engrossing to read because of his skill at writing and his ability to capture the spirit of the frontier.

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• Größe: 0.32MB

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Autor

Gustave Aimard, born Olivier Aimard on September 13, 1818, in Paris, France, was a prolific author best known for his adventure novels set in Latin America and the American frontier. His works often explored the lives of trappers, adventurers, and the complex interactions between settlers and indigenous peoples. Aimard's writing was deeply influenced by his personal experiences, having lived in various parts of South America. His novels, written in the mid-19th century, were filled with vivid depictions of the wilderness, the struggles of the frontier, and the interplay of cultures during the age of colonization. His characters often embodied themes of loyalty, honor, and survival amidst brutal landscapes. Despite the adventurous nature of his stories, Aimard's works also subtly critiqued European colonization and the impact of imperialism. In his narratives, he positioned the "good guys" as trappers and native people, contrasting them with the corrupt forces of colonial powers. Aimard passed away on June 20, 1883, in Paris at the age of 64. His legacy remains one of the foremost writers of adventure fiction during the 19th century, particularly for his portrayals of the Americas.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789361421068
• Artikelnr.: 73571001