Spotted Deer

Elmer Russell GregorProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.8

Word count: 273K words
Chapters: 28

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Spotted Deer by Elmer Russell GregorAuthor: Gregor, Elmer Russell, 1878-,Language: English, Class: PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres, Release Date: Jan 23, 2011

Editor's review

Spotted Deer is a work of juvenile literature by Elmer Russell Gregor, published as a public-domain eBook by Project Gutenberg. Its classification places it in the category of juvenile literature; the story revolves around a character named "Spotted Deer" and carries the familiar tone of nature and coming-of-age themes. As an early twentieth-century juvenile reader, its value lies in presenting the narrative style and values of children's literature of that era: the language is relatively plain and the plot moves forward directly, making it a lightweight sample for understanding the tradition of English juvenile fiction. While reading, note how it depicts nature, courage, and growth, as well as the expressive habits shaped by its time. Its length and difficulty are moderate, making it a candidate for English extensive reading or parent-child shared reading, but readers should bear in mind that the work was written long ago and that some ideas and expressions bear the marks of their era, so it is best read with a discerning eye.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Middle school students or English learners who want extensive reading in English juvenile fiction
Readers interested in early children's literature and nature themes
Families looking for English read-aloud books for parent-child shared reading
Enthusiasts studying the style of early twentieth-century juvenile literature

Not a good fit for

Adult readers expecting complex plots or modern narrative techniques
Readers at the beginning stage of English who need extensive annotation support
Readers sensitive to the era-bound ideas in early works

Reading tips

Read through the chapters first to grasp the main storyline, then go back and organize vocabulary and expressions.
During parent-child shared reading, talk after each chapter about the characters' choices and growth.
Take notes on the descriptions of the natural environment and compare past and present writing styles.
After finishing, look up the author and the background of the period to understand the historical context.

About the publisher

Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

Project Gutenberg is a digital publishing project focused on public-domain ebooks. Its publishing direction centers on classic literary works whose copyright has expired, covering genres such as poetry, drama, fiction, and epic. Representative books include Lyrical Ballads by Wordsworth and Coleridge, Proust's Du côté de chez Swann, Shakespeare's Macbeth and The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Homer's The Iliad, Dante's La Divina Comèdia: Purgatòri, Cervantes's The History of Don Quixote, Volume 2, and Grahame's The Wind in the Willows. Its author resources consist mainly of classic Western writers such as Wordsworth, Proust, Shakespeare, Homer, Dante, Cervantes, Grahame, and Tolstoy. Its publishing feature is the provision of freely accessible ebooks in EPUB and Kindle formats; it is not a traditional publisher, and publicly available information is limited.

FAQ

What age group is this book suitable for?

Judging by its classification and themes, it is better suited to young readers with some English reading ability, and can also serve adults as light extensive reading. The specific age varies with language level and reading purpose; it is advisable to try the opening chapters first to judge the difficulty.

Is the story about animals?

The title points to a character name, and the available information does not provide detailed plot. Judging by the juvenile literature classification, it is more likely a coming-of-age or adventure story centered on that character. For specifics, refer to the main text; it is not advisable to infer from the title alone.

How difficult is it as English learning material?

The book was written long ago; the language is plain but contains period vocabulary, and the overall difficulty is moderate. It suits learners who can already read simple chapter books for extensive reading. When encountering unfamiliar words, guess from context rather than looking up every word.

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About the author

Elmer Russell Gregor Author · American · 1878

Elmer Russell Gregor (born 1878; date of death unknown) was an American author of adventure fiction for young readers. Public information about him is limited, and few details of his life survive; he is known to have been active in publishing in the early twentieth century, writing Indian-themed juvenile books chiefly for D. Appleton and Company. Five of his works are held in the collection—The War Trail, White Otter, Running Fox, Spotted Deer and Three Sioux Scouts—which may be roughly divided into a "Western Indian series" and an "Eastern Indian series." These books feature Indian boys as protagonists and build their adventures around hunting, tracking and tribal life, bearing the clear marks of juvenile fiction with an emphasis on suspenseful plotting and details of wilderness survival. Written for young readers, they left a modest mark among the adventure stories of their time.