Sunset Pass; or, Running the Gauntlet Through Apache Land
A Frontier Journey Through Apache TerritoryBy Charles King
Length2h 28m
About this audiobook
"Sunset Pass; or, Running the Gauntlet Through Apache Land" is a gripping tale that intricately weaves adventure, conflict, and the harsh realities of life in the American West during the late 19th century. King utilizes a vibrant literary style that combines vivid descriptions with dynamic character development, effectively immersing the reader in a world fraught with danger and moral ambiguity. Set against the backdrop of the rugged Apache territory, the novel reflects the era's growing tensions between settlers and Native Americans, revealing layered perspectives on cultural collisions and survival against the elements. Charles King, a notable figure in frontier literature, drew upon his own experiences as a military officer stationed in the Southwest. His firsthand knowledge of the region'Äôs geography, native culture, and the complexities of military and civilian interactions deeply inform his storytelling. King's background not only lends authenticity to the narrative but also illuminates the intricate social dynamics at play in this turbulent period of American history. This novel is essential reading for those interested in American frontier literature, as it encapsulates both the adventure and the moral dilemmas faced by its characters. King's insights into human nature and the struggle for survival make "Sunset Pass" a profound exploration of courage and conflict that will resonate with readers seeking both action and reflection.
Audiobook details
GenreAction and Adventure, Historical Fiction
Length2 hrs 28 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 27, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1"JIM, OLD BOY, WE'VE GOT TO PULL TOGETHER TO-NIGHT."
16"THAT'S WHAT JIM TOOK FOR AN APACHE."
2"MY GOD! THERE'S NOT A LIVING SOUL IN SIGHT."
17ONE VEHEMENT KICK AND CURSE HE GAVE HIM.
3CHAPTER IV.
18CHAPTER VIII.
4ON THE WATCH.
19THE CAPTAIN'S RIDE.
5BENDING DOWN HE RAISED HER IN HIS STRONG ARMS.
20WITH ONE BACKWARD LOOK HE STAGGERED WEARILY ON.
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6CHAPTER V.
21"MY GOD! WHAT CAN HAVE HAPPENED? IT'S CAPTAIN GWYNNE!"
7THE PRISONER.
22CHAPTER IX.
8AWAY HE FLEW AT FULL SPEED.
23THE ATTACK.
9THE TWO MEN SET TO WORK TO BUILD THEIR BREASTWORK.
24EVIDENTLY THE ONE WHO WAS SHOT WAS A MAN OF SOME PROMINENCE AMONG THEM—POSSIBLY A CHIEF.
10CHAPTER VI.
25ALL OF A SUDDEN A BLACK SHADOW RUSHED THROUGH THE AIR.
11MANUELITO'S FATE.
26CHAPTER X.
12NELLIE, CLINGING TO HER NURSE, WAS TERRIFIED BY THE SOUNDS.
27LITTLE NED'S SHOT.
13THE POOR DEVIL WAS NOW SEATED, BOUND AND HELPLESS, ON A ROCK BY THE ROADSIDE.
28"DOWN WITH THESE STONES, NOW!"
14CHAPTER VII.
29THE BULLET OF THE LITTLE BALLARD HAD TAKEN HIM JUST UNDER THE EYE.
15PIKE'S STRANGE DREAM.
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