Gustave Aimard

Gustave Aimard (* September 13, 1818 in Paris, † June 20, 1883 ) was a French author of adventure novels who, through his books, the image of the Indians and the Wild West significantly influenced similar to the German Karl May or the Italian Emilio Salgari.

Life

Gustave Aimard came to America as a cabin boy. He traveled to South America to Patagonia, and also knew the Missouri River. After his return to France he began in 1857 to process his experiences in literature. His books have found a large readership. At times, he employed two co-authors, in order to satisfy the demand for his books.

Works (selection)

  • The trappers of Arkansas (Les Trappeurs de l' Arkansas), 1858
  • The Großtoqui the Araucanians (Le Grand Chef of the Auca ), 1858
  • The tracker (Le Chercheur de pistes ), 1858
  • The Gold Rush (La Fièvre d' Or), 1860
  • The bee hunter (Les Chasseurs d' Abeille ), 1864
  • Rock heart (Le Coeur de pierre ), 1864
  • The Araucanians (L' Araucan ), 1864
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