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The Valiant Runaways

1898

Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton

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The Valiant Runaways

Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton

1898

Adventure, American Literature, Novels

The Valiant Runaways, published in 1898 by Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton, is a novel set in late 19th-century California. It follows Roldan Castanada, a wealthy boy facing conscription into the army, who decides to escape his fate with his friend Adan Pardo. Their adventurous journey through the California wilderness is filled with danger and excitement, exploring themes of friendship, bravery, and rebellion against societal expectations. Atherton's work provides a vivid portrayal of California's social life and customs during this era.

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A novel written during the late 19th century. The story follows the adventures of young Roldan Castanada, a spirited Cal...

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Roldan Castanada walked excitedly up and down the verandah of his father's house, his thumbs thrust into the red silk sa...

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