Pierre and His People: Tales of the Far North. Volume 2.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Pierre and His People: Tales of the Far North. Volume 2." by Gilbert Parker is a collection of tales that reflect on life in the Canadian North and was likely written in the late 19th century. The work chronicles the adventures and experiences of characters in this rugged landscape, weaving together themes of love, rivalry, and survival. Among the notable characters introduced is Little Hammer, an Indian vagabond who navigates the complexities of life and death while entwined with both the law and his neighbors. The opening of "Pierre and His People" plunges readers straight into the gritty realities of the northern frontier, focusing on the life and struggles of Little Hammer. Despite being scorned by the Hudson's Bay officials and marginalized by society, Little Hammer remains an unyielding force in his world. In a poignant turn of events, he saves Sergeant Gellatly, his captor, from death in a blizzard after they become lost in a treacherous storm. This act of unexpected heroism prompts a complex exploration of justice and personal agency as the narrative unfolds with both the impending trial and the profound connections between its characters. As the initial pages set out, the story promises to delve into the rich tapestry of relationships forged in adversity throughout the Canadian wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

A prairie vagabond

She of the Triple Chevron

Three outlaws.

Credits:

This eBook was produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2004-07-01