Wilderness, A Journal of Quiet Adventure in Alaska by Rockwell Kent

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Author Kent, Rockwell, 1882-1971
LoC No. 20006728
Title Wilderness, A Journal of Quiet Adventure in Alaska
Note Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Greg Bergquist, Matthew Wheaton, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (http://archive.org/details/americana)
Summary "Wilderness: A Journal of Quiet Adventure in Alaska" by Rockwell Kent is a personal memoir written in the early 20th century. This reflective work captures the essence of Kent's experiences living in the Alaskan wilderness with his young son, Rockwell, and an old friend named Olson. The book focuses on their daily life, the challenges of living in isolation, and the beauty of the surrounding nature, painting a vivid picture of the profound connection between humanity and the wild. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for a journey of discovery as Kent and his son embark on an adventure to find a remote cabin on Fox Island. They encounter the old prospector, Olson, who welcomes them to his homestead. This initial portion is rich with the awe and excitement of exploration, heavily infused with Kent's appreciation for the natural landscape and the simplicity of life away from civilization. The narrative reflects on themes of companionship, the quest for a deeper understanding of life, and the intimate relationship between parent and child, laying the groundwork for the quiet yet profound experiences that follow in their secluded Alaskan setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States
Subject Kent, Rockwell, 1882-1971
Subject Renard Island (Alaska) in art
Subject Artists -- Alaska -- Biography
Subject Renard Island (Alaska) -- Description and travel
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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