Extended Summary - The Valley Of Horses: Based On The Book By Jean M. Auel

EXTENDED SUMMARY

THE VALLEY OF HORSES

BASED ON THE BOOK BY JEAN M. AUEL

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CONTENT

Banishment and Solitary Journey

Spring and the Discovery of the Coast

Crossing the River and Learning to Live Off the Land

The Plains and Stirrings of Loneliness

The Discovery of the Valley

Exploration and Finding Shelter

Settling In and Preparing for Winter

The Arrival of Whinney's Colt and a Difficult Winter

A Solitary Spring and Lingering Questions

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

In Jean M. Auel's The Valley of Horses, the young woman Ayla, banished from her Clan, navigates the harsh realities of the prehistoric wilderness alone. Her journey north takes her through unfamiliar territories, where she confronts the elements and the constant need for shelter and sustenance. The narrative delves into themes of survival and self-reliance, highlighting Ayla's resourcefulness as she learns to live off the land and forms unique bonds with animals. The book explores her loneliness and the yearning for connection, as well as her internal struggle with the customs of the Clan she left behind and the unknown world of the Others she seeks.

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Release date

Audiobook: March 27, 2025