02482cam a22003973u 4500 24617 UtSlPG 20260610133550.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ PS Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 The Wild Man of the West: A Tale of the Rocky Mountains Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-02-15 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England "The Wild Man of the West: A Tale of the Rocky Mountains" by R. M. Ballantyne is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the adventures of a young man named March Marston and his encounters with both the wilderness and the mysterious figure known as the Wild Man. The novel promises a blend of excitement, exploration, and the challenges of life in the Rocky Mountains. The opening of the book introduces us to March Marston, a lively and somewhat reckless sixteen-year-old considered "mad" by those around him for his adventurous spirit. Raised by his independent and strong-willed mother in a settlement near the Yellowstone River, March has developed a penchant for daring feats, often defending the weak and cherishing fair play. The story hints at a forthcoming expedition as March, alongside his companions and a group of seasoned trappers, embarks on a journey into the heart of the Rocky Mountains fueled by curiosity about the legendary Wild Man. Their adventures promise both danger and discovery as they navigate the wilderness and confront the unknown. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Animals -- Juvenile fiction Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Mothers and sons -- Fiction Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction Outdoor life -- Fiction Natural history -- Juvenile fiction Rocky Mountains -- Juvenile fiction Webb, Archibald, 1887-1944 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24617 65618 65618