Historical Fiction Book Report

Furthermore, later almost 30 years of fighting, Apache leader, Greenroom finally surrendered with his armed forces to General Nelson Miles. as well during 1886, a massive and destructive hurricane demolished the town of Dianna in the situate of Texas. Based on my knowledge of life in 1886, if the story were to mint place in in Daly City in 2014, the story would greatly differ. Roads would be evenly and more efficiently paved. Modernized cars would knock back horseback transportation. Likewise, outlying(prenominal)ms would be replaced by studier homes, markets, and stores.Ellen Elizabeth Hawkins features as the main character of the story. A motherless twelve-year old, Ellen is adventurous and protective of others. Ellen is spirited and is willing to travel to far off lands. As in the story, because she enjoys an adventure, Ellen sets off into the distance to go economy her Grandfather who has mysteriously disappe ared. Just as her mother, Ellen is protective of animals, famil y, and all dungeon beings. She treats her mare, Detroit with respect and is always concerned of Grandpas safety. However, Ellen may be rebellious at times of suspense.In addition, Grandpa and Detroit, as stated before, are as well dickens important characters of the story. Grandpa, humorous and welcoming, is the only support that is given to Ellen. He has also taught Ellen the hard life as a cowboy and the effort that it may take. Detroit, loyal and obedient, is Allens fierce mare and use of transportation that travels without rest or fear of what is to come. To get the story started, author Kathleen Due uses a salubrious introduction that describes the conflict or situation, an intense drouth and its immense heat. She begins by stating the shortage of water and supplies.As said, the central problem consists of a fearful drouth that is causing immense heat and water shortage. The farm windmill is disordered and the herd of bulls and cows has scattered in search of water. Allen s father is by on business and Grandpa is hurt. Ellen is now left alone with her toughest take exception to save the ranch. The central problem is soon resolved with Allens determination and perseverance. The drought finally comes to an end and it begins to rain. Ellen heals Grandpas wounds and returns the Hereford bull after a severe aisle.Her father is home safe and Ellen has kick upstairsd her worth as a cowboy. American Diaries Ellen Elizabeth Hawkins is an exciting and action-packed story. This story is similar to another story I have read, entitled Warriors Fire and Ice because both main characters flavor tough challenges and fierce conditions. Both main characters must also prove their worth in being or becoming something. Both stories are also alike in that they revolve around a journey or conflict to find or save something. Just as in American Diaries