| Author |
Curwood, James Oliver, 1878-1927 |
| Title |
The Country Beyond: A Romance of the Wilderness
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Robert Rowe, Dianne Bean, Charles Franks, David Widger,
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Country Beyond: A Romance of the Wilderness" by James Oliver Curwood is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the wilderness near Lake Superior, focusing on themes of adventure, survival, and the strength of the human spirit. The narrative introduces us to Peter, an endearing puppy, and Nada, a beautiful young girl faced with the harsh realities of her life, including the abusive presence of Jed Hawkins. The opening of the novel sets a picturesque yet somber atmosphere, highlighting the contrasting beauty of the Canadian wilderness and the troubling circumstances of the characters. As spring flourishes, Peter embarks on a journey of bravery and newfound courage, while Nada grapples with her difficult life, trapped under the control of Hawkins. Their paths intertwine as the narrative hints at impending conflict and the hopeful possibility of freedom. Peter’s loyalty and innocence play a critical role in the evolving story, as both he and Nada seek to overcome the challenges posed by their tumultuous surroundings, suggesting a deepening bond between them that transcends their hardships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Western stories
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| Subject |
Wilderness areas -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4743 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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