TY - BOOK AU - Ballantyne,R.M. AU - Webb,Archibald TI - The Wild Man of the West: A Tale of the Rocky Mountains AV - PZPS PY - 2008/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Animals -- Juvenile fiction KW - Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction KW - Mothers and sons -- Fiction KW - Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction KW - Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction KW - Outdoor life -- Fiction KW - Natural history -- Juvenile fiction KW - Rocky Mountains -- Juvenile fiction N1 - Release date is 2008-02-15; Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England; Original publication data not identified N2 - "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.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24617 ER -