02281cam a22003013u 4500 58069 UtSlPG 20260610134334.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Aimard, Gustave, 1818-1883 Les chasseurs mexicains: Scènes de la vie mexicaine 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 2018-10-10 Produced by Camile Bernard & Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature "Les chasseurs mexicains: Scènes de la vie mexicaine" by Gustave Aimard is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story delves into the complexities of life in Mexico, particularly against the backdrop of sociopolitical upheaval and cultural dynamics during this period. The main character appears to be Don Pablo de Zúñiga, who is portrayed as a young man of intriguing depth and marked resolve, entangled in a dangerous duel and the impending tension of war. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to the harsh heat of Mexico on July 9, 1846, setting a vivid scene of an oppressive midday that transforms into an energetic evening as citizens emerge to enjoy the respite. The narrative quickly shifts to focus on Don Pablo, who is depicted preparing for a duel with an American named Williams Stuart de Clairfontaine, set against the backdrop of escalating tensions between the United States and Mexico. As the duel unfolds, it becomes evident that these personal conflicts are intricately woven with broader national issues, highlighting the impact of personal relationships, honor, and the consequences of war. The opening glimpses into Don Pablo's character foreshadow the trials he will face, both in his personal life and amid the chaotic sociopolitical landscape around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Mexico -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58069 98897 98897