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100 1 _aCatherwood, Mary Hartwell,
_d1847-1902
245 1 4 _aThe Story of Tonty
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2012-11-02
508 _aProduced by David Edwards, KD Weeks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Story of Tonty" by Mary Hartwell Catherwood is a historical fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative explores the life of Henri de Tonty, a little-known but significant figure in the era of French exploration in North America, particularly in relation to the famous explorer La Salle. The book delves into themes of friendship, loyalty, and the complexities of colonial interactions between French settlers and Indigenous tribes, revealing Tonty's devotion to La Salle amidst the challenges they face. The opening of the book sets the stage against the backdrop of a bustling Montreal, where the annual beaver fair is underway. As the sun rises, a rich tableau of characters, including the governor-general and various Indigenous tribes, begins to unfold, filled with vibrant descriptions of the setting and attire. The introduction of Tonty, who is affectionately known as "Iron-hand," occurs amidst the festivities, highlighting his charismatic nature and the bond he shares with La Salle. The narrative also features the spirited interaction between Tonty and young Barbe Cavelier, the niece of La Salle, which establishes personal relationships that intertwine with the historical context. Throughout the opening, the interplay of colonial ambition and personal loyalty is hinted at, drawing readers into the complex emotional and cultural landscape of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aTonti, Henri de, -1704 -- Fiction
653 _aLa Salle, Robert Cavelier, sieur de, 1643-1687 -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41273
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