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Twice Taken (1867)

Autor Charles Winslow Hall
en Limba Engleză Paperback – 29 ian 2010
Twice Taken is a novel written by Charles Winslow Hall and published in 1867. The story follows the life of a young woman named Edith, who is kidnapped twice in her life. The first time, she is taken by a group of Native Americans and held captive for several years. During this time, she becomes fluent in their language and customs, and even falls in love with one of her captors. However, she is eventually rescued and returned to her family.Years later, Edith is once again taken, this time by a group of bandits who are after her family's wealth. She is held captive for a shorter period of time, but during this time she must use her wit and resourcefulness to escape and save herself and her family.Throughout the novel, Edith faces many challenges and obstacles, but she remains strong and determined. The story also explores themes of identity, cultural differences, and the resilience of the human spirit. Overall, Twice Taken is a gripping tale of survival and perseverance in the face of adversity.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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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9781120948830
ISBN-10: 1120948835
Pagini: 244
Dimensiuni: 152 x 229 x 13 mm
Greutate: 0.36 kg
Editura: Kessinger Publishing

Notă biografică

Charles Winslow Hall, born Caroline Hall on May 22, 1860, in Malden, Massachusetts, was an American artist renowned for his animal and portrait paintings. Hall's life is marked by a unique and complex identity, as he lived as a man for the last ten years of his life, despite being biologically female. This fact remained unknown to the public until his death from consumption (tuberculosis) in 1901 in Turin, Italy. Throughout his life, Hall was recognized for his artistic talent, particularly in capturing the intricate details of animals and human portraits, a skill that earned him recognition in artistic circles. His work, often praised for its precision and emotional depth, continues to be valued for its contribution to American art. His story, which intertwines artistic achievement with the complexities of gender identity, has drawn attention for its historical significance. Hall passed away on September 29, 1901, leaving behind a legacy that includes not only his artistic works but also a unique and poignant narrative about self-expression and identity in a different era.