On Cloud Mountain

On Cloud Mountain

Frederick Thickstun Clark

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781104302627
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On Cloud Mountain is a novel written by Frederick Thickstun Clark and originally published in 1894. The story is set in the late 19th century in the American West and follows the life of a young girl named Zirah, who is half-white and half-Indian. Zirah’s mother dies when she is young, and she is taken in by a group of Native Americans who live on Cloud Mountain.As Zirah grows up, she struggles to find her place in the world. She is torn between her two identities and feels like she doesn’t fully belong in either world. She also faces challenges from outsiders who view her as different and treat her with prejudice.The novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the effects of prejudice and discrimination. It also depicts the beauty of the American West and the Native American culture.Overall, On Cloud Mountain is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the complexities of identity and the challenges faced by those who are different. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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