Les Reid, Mayne 1818-1883 creator Bureau, Allyre 1810-1859 text utu 2004 monographic fr 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Les chasseurs de chevelures" by Mayne Reid is a novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The story explores the American West during a time characterized by adventure, exploration, and the interaction between settlers and Indigenous peoples. The narrative is centered around Henri Haller, a young adventurer drawn into the life of prairie merchants and the thrilling pursuits of hunting and trade. The beginning of the novel sets the stage for an expansive and richly descriptive portrayal of the untamed landscapes of the Wild West, describing everything from the vibrant flora to the majestic mountains. In the initial chapters, Henri arrives in Saint-Louis, where he seeks adventure and quickly becomes entangled with a group of charming prairie merchants. Through camaraderie, banter, and a few escapades, he is drawn into their world, filled with the promise of wealth and the excitement of life on the frontier. The opening showcases not only the scenery and atmosphere of the region but also introduces key characters who will shape Henri's journey in the West. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-01-01 Produced by Renald Levesque and PG Distributed Proofreaders Original publication data not identified Frontier and pioneer life -- New Mexico -- Juvenile fiction New Mexico -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10682 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10682 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133245.0 10682