The Everlasting Whisper

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gregory, Jackson, 1882-1943

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Everlasting Whisper" by Jackson Gregory is a novel set in the California wilderness, written during the early 20th century. The story explores the themes of adventure, survival, and the connection between man and nature through its central character, Mark King, who embodies a rugged, masculine spirit in harmony with his natural surroundings. The narrative hints at a hidden treasure and the intrigue that follows, involving other characters who may harbor darker intentions. At the start of the book, the idyllic beauty of the Sierra during springtime is vividly described, establishing a rich backdrop for the unfolding drama. Mark King, a seasoned mountain man, observes nature while blending into it, indicating his intimate knowledge of the wild. His peaceful solitude is disrupted when he witnesses an altercation between two men, which leads to one of them falling to his death. King, who recognizes an acquaintance among the individuals involved, takes on the moral duty of assisting the injured man, initiating a tense and dangerous cascade of events as he becomes entangled in a conflict involving another powerful figure, Swen Brodie. The opening sets the stage for a gripping tale of suspense and moral challenges against the stunning wilderness backdrop. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Dave Morgan and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2003-11-01