Shadows of Shasta by Joaquin Miller
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"Shadows of Shasta" by Joaquin Miller is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the lives and struggles of indigenous people in the California Sierras, highlighting their injustices and perseverance through a blend of rich poetic language and vivid storytelling. It centers around the characters of Carrie, a spirited young girl, John Logan, a strong and determined young man of Indian descent, and the old miner known as
Forty-nine, all of whom navigate the perils of a world marked by man-hunters and the looming threat of captivity on Reservations. The opening of the novel introduces a somber yet powerful commentary on the treatment of Native Americans, with vivid descriptions of their struggles and the landscapes they inhabit. It begins with reflections on the historical injustices faced by indigenous people, particularly focusing on a young officer's role in escorting captured women and children. As the narrative progresses, it shifts toward the lives of Carrie and Johnny, two children who have escaped from a Reservation and are taken in by the mysterious old miner, Forty-nine. Their adventure reflects themes of survival, innocence in the face of hardship, and the harsh realities of their existence as they come to terms with the dangers of man-hunters who seek to reclaim them. This rich opening sets the stage for a tale filled with emotion, resilience, and the longing for freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Miller, Joaquin, 1837-1913 |
|---|---|
| Title | Shadows of Shasta |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- California -- Fiction |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Government relations -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24006 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24006-0 |
| Release Date | Dec 24, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 195 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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