02226cam a22003133u 4500 16869 UtSlPG 20260610133408.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Ellis, Edward Sylvester, 1840-1916 Oonomoo the Huron Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-10-14 E-text prepared by Al Haines "Oonomoo the Huron" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set during a time of conflict between Native American tribes and settlers, focusing on the life of a Huron Indian named Oonomoo and his interactions with various characters, including settlers and fellow Indians. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, love, and the daily struggles of both Native Americans and settler life as they navigate through a world marked by war and cultural clash. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Hans Vanderbum, a Dutchman married to an Indian woman, Keewaygooshturkumkankangewock. The scene unfolds in an Indian village in Ohio, showcasing their family dynamics, including their mischievous children. Vanderbum's lazy temperament contrasts sharply with the more active lives of those around him. As he embarks on various fishing attempts, he encounters Oonomoo, who is dealing with the aftermath of a Shawnee raid and is seeking to rescue a captured friend. The chapter sets the tone for the complexities of relationships in a world of cultural intermingling, anticipating the adventures and challenges that Oonomoo will face as he attempts to navigate the dangers posed by rival tribes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Frontier and pioneer life -- Ohio -- Fiction Wyandot Indians -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16869 58257 58257