The Border Riflemen; or, The Forest Fiend. A Romance of the Black-Hawk Uprising
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About This Book
Albert W. Aiken's 'The Border Riflemen; or, The Forest Fiend' is a riveting tale set in the tumultuous backdrop of the American frontier. Aiken's literary style is characterized by vivid descriptions of the rugged landscapes, intense action sequences, and complex character dynamics. The book is a prime example of the frontier fiction genre that was popular in the late 19th century, exploring themes of adventure, survival, and the clash of civilizations in the untamed wilderness. Readers will be captivated by the high stakes and moral dilemmas faced by the Riflemen as they navigate their treach...
Chapters (16)
- THE BORDER RIFLEMEN; OR, THE FOREST FIEND.
- CONTENTS
- CHAPTER I. THE BORDER SUITOR—COONEY JOE.
- CHAPTER II. MINNEOBA’S WARNING.
- CHAPTER III. BLACK-HAWK INSULTED.
- CHAPTER IV. LITTLE FOX—NA-SHE-ESCHUCK.
- CHAPTER V. THE PRICE OF TREACHERY.
- CHAPTER VI. THE FIRST BLOW.
- CHAPTER VII. OVERBOARD.
- CHAPTER VIII. MELTON’S SCOUT—A BUSH FIGHT.
- CHAPTER IX. THE DEFENSE OF THE ISLAND.
- CHAPTER X. THE FOREST FIEND.
- CHAPTER XI. BLACK-HAWK KEEPS HIS WORD.
- CHAPTER XII. SADIE’S SACRIFICE.
- CHAPTER XIII. GUESTS NOT INVITED.
- DIME POCKET NOVELS.
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