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100	1		_aReid, Mayne, _d1818-1883
245	1	4	_aThe War Trail: The Hunt of the Wild Horse
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2007-10-21
508			_aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520			_a"The War Trail: The Hunt of the Wild Horse" by Captain Mayne Reid is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book is set shortly after the Mexican War, where Americans are tasked with protecting conquered Mexicans from the Comanche Indians. The story features a diverse band of rangers, showcasing a mix of ethnic backgrounds as they navigate through unexpected challenges during their mission. At the start of the narrative, the protagonist reflects on the lush and tumultuous landscapes of Mexico, reminiscing about his past experiences as both a soldier and a lover. The opening chapters brilliantly set the stage by illustrating the environment and introducing the complex relationships between the characters. The protagonist, now the captain of the ranger troop, finds himself embroiled in a pursuit that unexpectedly leads him to a remarkable young woman, Isolina de Vargas. Their encounter is filled with tension and intrigue, particularly after he inadvertently kills her beloved horse during a chase. The dynamics of their relationship, marked by a playful yet tense exchange of power, hint at deeper themes of love and conflict that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aIndians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
653			_aWild horses -- Juvenile fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23144
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