02817cam a22003733u 4500 4515 UtSlPG 20260610133127.0 m cr n 260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Curwood, James Oliver, 1878-1927 The Golden Snare Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2003 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2003-10-01 Produced by Robert Rowe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines. "The Golden Snare" by James Oliver Curwood is a novel written during the early 20th century. This compelling story unfolds in the rugged wilderness of the northland and revolves around the enigmatic character Bram Johnson, a man caught between his primal instincts and the remnants of humanity within him, as well as the mysterious woman who holds a significant place in his life. The narrative intricately explores themes of identity, survival, and the dichotomy of man and nature as it delves into Bram's relationship with wolves, which serve as both his companions and his protectors. The opening of the novel introduces Bram Johnson, a fearsome and elusive figure shaped by his harsh environment. Described as both a brute and a tragic figure, Bram becomes increasingly animalistic as he chooses to live in solitude with his pack of wolves, distancing himself from human contact following a violent past. As events unfold, Philip Raine, a member of the Royal Northwest Mounted Police, becomes embroiled in a quest to track down Bram after rumors swirl about his survival and a bizarre rabbit snare made from golden hair intrigues him. The plot thickens as Philip discovers a greater mystery and the possibility of a woman connected to Bram, amplifying the tension as he wrestles with duty, morality, and the haunting allure of the wild. The detailed descriptions and vivid imagery set against the backdrop of the northern wilderness create an engaging atmosphere, drawing readers into a world where the line between civilization and primal instincts blurs. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Western stories Canada -- Fiction Wilderness areas -- Fiction Royal Canadian Mounted Police -- Fiction Northwest, Canadian -- Fiction Fugitives from justice -- Fiction Mounted police -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4515 46561 46561