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100 1 _aReid, Mayne,
_d1818-1883
245 1 4 _aThe Tiger Hunter
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-04-22
508 _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520 _a"The Tiger Hunter" by Captain Mayne Reid is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around the tumultuous backdrop of the Mexican War of Independence, capturing the themes of struggle and heroism through the eyes of various characters, including an inquisitive narrator and the legendary revolutionary figure, Morelos. At the start of the story, the protagonist, while traveling through Mexico, encounters Captain Castanos, a former revolutionary officer, who shares tales of the Independence war and the intriguing life of Morelos. The opening chapter sets the tone with a blend of personal narratives and historical context, highlighting the protagonist's desire to uncover more personal stories about Morelos's life outside his public feats. This curiosity guides the narrative to explore not only the past and cultural beliefs of the Zapotec Indians but also hints at the intertwining destinies of the characters amidst the larger narrative of battle and the quest for independence. The blending of myth and reality offers readers a deep dive into the rich tapestry of Mexican history and the emergence of revolutionary spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMexico -- History -- Wars of Independence, 1810-1821 -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25127
999 _c66128
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