Wood Rangers: The Trappers of Sonora
1860
Published in 1860, 'Wood Rangers: The Trappers of Sonora' by Mayne Reid is a historical adventure novel set in the early 19th century. The story follows characters involved in the gold mining and trapping industries in Sonora, Mexico, exploring themes of inheritance, adventure, and the challenges faced by trappers. Reid's work is notable for its vivid portrayal of the rugged landscape and the lives of those who navigate its dangers, contributing to the adventure fiction genre of the time.











