The Trapper's Daughter

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The author, Gustave Aimard, known for his works on Latin America and the American frontier, had a complex family background. Born Olivier Aimard in Paris, he was the son of a general in Napoleon's army and a woman who was not his father's wife. His lineage includes notable figures, such as his half-sister, Fanny, raised by their grandmother after their mother's death. Aimard's unique heritage and experiences influenced his writing, providing rich narratives that reflect his diverse cultural and historical contexts.