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In Search of Mademoiselle

By George Gibbs
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The narrator, a mariner, recounts his passionate pursuit of a lost woman and the bitter enmity that entangles him in the French-Spanish struggle for control of Florida. The tale mixes historical episodes and invented characters as it follows sea voyages, shipboard combat, captures and escapes, diplomatic dealings with indigenous peoples, and journeys to European courts. Themes of love, revenge, faith, and cultural collision run through alternating action sequences and reflective memoir, while the voice balances adventurous incident with personal regret and moral questioning.

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George Gibbs

George Gibbs was an American author and linguist known for his contributions to the study of Native American languages and cultures. He authored several significant works, including the "Dictionary of the Chinook Jargon, or, Trade Language of Oregon," which serves as a crucial resource for understanding the trade language used in the Pacific Northwest. Gibbs also explored themes of adventure and satire in his fiction, as seen in titles like "Paradise Garden: The Satirical Narrative of a Great Experiment" and "Madcap." His diverse body of work reflects a keen interest in both linguistic heritage and narrative storytelling.

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