The Honor of the Big Snows by James Oliver Curwood
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| Author | Curwood, James Oliver, 1878-1927 |
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| Title | The Honor of the Big Snows |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "The Honor of the Big Snows" by James Oliver Curwood is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the harsh, unforgiving wilderness of the Canadian North, where themes of love, loss, and survival are interwoven. The tale follows John Cummins, a lonely hunter, and his fierce love for his dying wife Mélisse, exploring deep emotional landscapes against the backdrop of a snowbound existence. The opening of the book introduces readers to the dire circumstances of John Cummins, who is at the bedside of his beloved wife, Mélisse, as she is succumbing to illness. Despite the bleakness, their bond is palpable, characterized by tender moments and soulful exchanges. As Mélisse’s life wanes, she speaks of music, causing John to reflect on the beauty of their shared life and the silent prayers of the surrounding community. We witness the arrival of Jan Thoreau, a starving young boy with a violin, who brings a heartbreaking musical accompaniment to Mélisse’s passing, intertwining their fates in a shared moment of profound grief and cultural reverence. The first chapter sets the stage for a narrative rich in emotion and the stark realities of life amidst the "big snows." (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Subject | Wilderness areas -- Fiction |
| Subject | Northwest, Canadian -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5895 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 11, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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