The Valley of Silent Men: A Story of the Three River Country

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Curwood, James Oliver, 1878-1927

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Valley of Silent Men: A Story of the Three River Country" by James Oliver Curwood is a novel written in the early 20th century. This story delves into the rugged and transformative environment of the Canadian wilderness, focusing on a character named Jim Kent, a sergeant in the Royal Northwest Mounted Police, who is grappling with the consequences of a violent act he committed. As he confronts the notion of death, the narrative also explores themes of adventure, love, and the clash between civilization and the wild through its richly painted characters and settings. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Jim Kent, who lies on his deathbed after being shot in the chest by a half-breed. As he accepts his impending demise, he reflects on his life, the wilderness that has been his home, and the choices he's made. An intriguing encounter with a young woman, Marette Radisson, unfolds, revealing her curiosity and connection to the dynamics of life and death. Marette's presence introduces an element of mystique, as it becomes evident that she might hold knowledge of the true circumstances surrounding Kent's violent act. The opening chapters establish a tense yet captivating atmosphere, revealing a deep interconnection between Kent's fate and the broader narrative of law, nature, and the heart of the North. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Thanks to Al Haines, based on the non-illustrated version, at #4707. Thanks to Robert Rowe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2009-07-14