02370cam a22003133u 4500 58000 UtSlPG 20260610134333.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PQ Aimard, Gustave, 1818-1883 Araukanien päällikkö: Intiaaniromaani Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-10-02 E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen "Araukanien päällikkö: Intiaaniromaani" by Gustave Aimard is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book is set in the turbulent landscape of Chile during the 1830s and follows the journey of two Frenchmen, Ludvig and Valentin, as they navigate through the challenging terrain of Araukania while encountering indigenous tribes and their customs. Central to the narrative are themes of adventure, bravery, and cultural conflict as the protagonists seek connection and understanding within a world filled with danger and intrigue. The beginning of the novel introduces the two main characters, Ludvig, a young aristocrat, and Valentin, a former soldier turned magician, as they ride through the picturesque but perilous Araukanian landscape. As they rest beneath the shade of trees, they encounter a group of Puelka Indians, which sets the stage for a tense interaction that reveals the complexities of cross-cultural exchanges. The characters' initial lighthearted banter quickly turns to caution as they prepare to engage with the local tribes, hinting at the challenges and conflicts to come. Their quest, driven by a desire for adventure and acceptance, intertwines with the struggles of the Araukanian tribes against external threats, laying a groundwork for themes of friendship and loyalty set against a backdrop of shifting alliances and impending conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Adventure stories French fiction -- Translations into Finnish https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58000 98828 98828