Last of the Breed
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1986
400
Novel • Fiction
Siberia • 1980s
1986
Adult
14-18 years
In Last of the Breed by Louis L'Amour, Native American Air Force Pilot Major Joseph "Mack" Maktozi's plane is shot down by Soviets, and he is captured. Using ancestral survival skills, Mack escapes across Siberia. He meets allies like Yakov and Natalya, evades expert tracker Alekhin, and faces numerous challenges in the harsh landscape. Throughout the journey, Mack's resilience and cunning are tested.
Adventurous
Suspenseful
Gritty
Challenging
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Last of the Breed by Louis L'Amour is a gripping, character-driven novel praised for its suspenseful plot and vivid descriptions. Critics laud its portrayal of rugged individualism and survival. However, some find the pacing uneven and the characters slightly stereotypical. Overall, it remains a compelling read for fans of adventure and historical fiction.
A reader who enjoys Last of the Breed by Louis L'Amour is likely drawn to intense survival stories and thrillers reminiscent of Jack London's The Call of the Wild and Tom Clancy's The Hunt for Red October. They appreciate themes of resilience, military strategy, and the enduring human spirit set against harsh, unforgiving landscapes.
21,409 ratings
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400
Novel • Fiction
Siberia • 1980s
1986
Adult
14-18 years
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