The Revenant
The Revenant
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
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Novel • Fiction
American West • 1820s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Revenant by Michael Punke follows frontiersman Hugh Glass, who is left for dead after a bear attack. Driven by survival, Glass embarks on a journey across the wilderness to seek retribution. The novel captures themes of resilience and revenge set against the backdrop of the American frontier in the early 19th century.
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Michael Punke's The Revenant impresses with its gripping storytelling and richly detailed setting; readers praise the immersive, well-researched depiction of the American frontier. Critics appreciate the intense survival narrative and character development, though some find the pacing uneven. The novel's gritty realism and vivid prose make it a compelling, if at times brutal, read.
Who Should Read The Revenant?
Readers who enjoy The Revenant by Michael Punke are typically drawn to gripping survival tales and historical fiction. This book will captivate fans of gritty, adventure-driven narratives like Jon Krakauer's Into the Wild or James Fenimore Cooper's The Last of the Mohicans. Its vivid portrayal of the American wilderness and relentless human spirit resonate deeply.
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Novel • Fiction
American West • 1820s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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