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Bendigo Shafter

Louis L'Amour
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Bendigo Shafter

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999

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Louis L'Amour

Bendigo Shafter

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Action & Adventure
Setting

Wyoming Territory • 1870s

Topic
World History

US History
Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

890L

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Super Short Summary

Bendigo Shafter by Louis L'Amour follows a young settler named Bendigo "Bendi" Shafter as he navigates the challenges of building a new life in the American frontier. Through his journey, readers experience themes of perseverance, community, and individual growth against the backdrop of a developing town in the West.

Adventurous

Inspirational

Romantic

Hopeful

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

5,913 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Bendigo Shafter by Louis L'Amour is praised for its vivid depiction of frontier life and strong character development, particularly of the protagonist, Bendigo. The novel's exploration of themes such as community and resilience resonates with many readers. However, some critique its slow pacing and occasional predictability. Overall, it offers an engaging portrayal of the American West.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Bendigo Shafter?

A reader who enjoys Bendigo Shafter by Louis L'Amour likely appreciates historical Westerns with themes of adventure and frontier life. Comparable to fans of Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry or True Grit by Charles Portis, these readers relish tales of survival, pioneering spirit, and character growth in rugged landscapes.

4.4

5,913 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Action & Adventure
Setting

Wyoming Territory • 1870s

Topic
World History

US History
Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

890L

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