02410cam a22003253u 4500 67281 UtSlPG 20260610134543.0 m cr n 260607r20221895utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Maël, Pierre Les derniers Hommes Rouges: Roman d'aventures Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2022-01-30 Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)) "Les derniers Hommes Rouges: Roman d'aventures" by Pierre Maël is a historical adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative is centered around two main characters: a young man named Georges Vernant and an Indian named Wagha-na, who embark on a journey across the vast Canadian prairies as they reflect on the declining state of Native American culture and heritage. The story explores themes of friendship, cultural preservation, and the impact of civilization on indigenous lands. The opening of the novel introduces a picturesque landscape, where the two riders are traversing the prairie. As they travel, they engage in profound conversations about the state of the natural world, the impending destruction caused by civilization, and the legacy of Wagha-na’s people. The dialogue reveals their contrasting backgrounds and philosophies, with Wagha-na lamenting the loss of his culture while demonstrating a deep understanding and appreciation for both his heritage and the new world. The chapter sets a reflective tone, highlighting the importance of their journey and foreshadowing the challenges they may face ahead. The introduction of other characters, including the notable Maddalen Kerlo, hints at further developments in their adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: France: Firmin-Didot, 1895 Indians of North America -- Fiction Adventure stories https://gallica.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/bpt6k111702m https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67281 108103 108103