| Author |
White, Stewart Edward, 1873-1946 |
| Title |
The Blazed Trail
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Douglas E. Levy, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Blazed Trail" by Stewart Edward White is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work captures the life of American pioneers, particularly focusing on the logging industry and the challenges faced in the wilderness. The story introduces us to characters such as Harry Thorpe and John Radway, who navigate the harsh realities of woodland life while grappling with their own aspirations and interpersonal relationships. The opening of the novel sets a vivid scene of the ruggedness and beauty of the American wilderness, exploring the archetype of the resourceful pioneer. White describes the American Pioneer as a self-reliant individual, accustomed to tackling the raw powers of nature, which creates a backdrop for the narrative. As the story unfolds, we are introduced to John Radway, a jobber tasked with logging operations, and his interactions with both seasoned woodsmen and other characters who depict the frontier life. The atmosphere is thick with the tension of impending challenges and the camaraderie among the workers, hinting at the adventure and hardships that are sure to come as they navigate their paths through the daunting wilderness. (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 |
Frontier and pioneer life -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Michigan -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Logging -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Loggers -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3413 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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