Storm Mountain

6W Edward S. Ellis. Philadelphia: Porter & Coates, 1889.

Notes

Edward S. Ellis’s Storm Mountain is an adventure novel typical of his popular nineteenth-century writing for young readers, blending action, moral lessons, and frontier settings. Set in the American wilderness, the story centers on danger, survival, and courage as characters confront both the harsh natural environment symbolized by Storm Mountain and the threats posed by human conflict. Ellis emphasizes qualities such as bravery, self-reliance, and quick thinking, reflecting the era’s fascination with westward expansion and the frontier spirit. Like much of Ellis’s work, Storm Mountain is fast-paced and descriptive, aiming to entertain while also promoting values of perseverance and moral strength.

Description

Brown fabric cover with black embossing on front board with gold band with book title imprinted, tight, good condition