Gustave Aimard

The Smuggler Chief (eBook, ePUB)

A Novel
Übersetzer: Wraxall, Lascelles

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Smuggler Chief," Gustave Aimard crafts a vivid narrative set against the backdrop of adventure and intrigue in the Wild West. Employing a captivating blend of rich descriptions, suspenseful plotting, and a dynamic use of dialogue, Aimard immerses readers into the lives of his protagonists who navigate the treacherous waters of smuggling and the law. The novel is distinguished by its exploration of moral ambiguities and the cultural clash between lawfulness and lawlessness, a common theme in 19th-century literature that reflects the turbulent socio-political landscape of the time. Gustave Aimard, a notable figure in the realm of French literature, was deeply influenced by his childhood experiences in the Americas, which instilled in him a profound fascination with frontier life and its complexities. His extensive travels and encounters with various cultures informed his writings, allowing him to blend rich realism with romanticized adventure. Aimard's background as a soldier and adventurer also suffused his work with authenticity, adding depth to his characters and their dilemmas. Readers who delight in tales of adventure and moral exploration will find "The Smuggler Chief" a compelling read. Aimard's skillful storytelling and evocative portrayal of the era make this novel a must-read for anyone interested in the interplay of adventure and morality in literature. Immerse yourself in a world where the lines between heroism and villainy blur, and discover the rich tapestry of human experience.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 252
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Mai 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066185480
• Artikelnr.: 58596741

Autorenporträt

Gustave Aimard wrote multiple volumes about Latin America and the American frontier. Oliver Aimard was born in Paris. As he previously stated, he was the offspring of two married individuals, "but not to each other". His father, François Sébastiani de la Porta (1775-1851), was a commander in Napoleon's army and a representative of the Louis Philippe government. Sebastiani was married to the Duchess of Coigny. In 1806, the couple had a daughter, Alatrice-Rosalba Fanny. The mother died shortly after she was born. Fanny was reared by her grandmother, Duchess of Coigny. Aimard was placed as a baby with a family that were paid to raise him. By the age of nine or twelve, he was sent off on a herring boat. Later, about 1838, he served briefly with the French Navy. After one more trip to America (when he claims he was adopted into a Comanche tribe), Aimard returned to Paris in 1847, the same year his half-sister, Duchess de Choiseul-Pralin, was cruelly killed by her noble husband. Reconciliation or acknowledgement by his biological family did not occur. After serving briefly in the Garde Mobil, Aimard returned to the Americas.