02229cam a22003013u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000032001122450037001442640051001813000047002323360026002793370026003053380036003315000031003675080044003985201324004425340045017666530057018118560042018689990017019106207UtSlPG20260610133149.0mcr n260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPS1 aParker, Gilbert,d1862-193214aThe Trail of the Sword, Volume 2 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2004  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2004-08-01  aThis eBook was produced by David Widger  a"The Trail of the Sword, Volume 2" by Gilbert Parker is a historical novel likely written during the early 20th century. Set in the tumultuous backdrop of New France, the story explores themes of adventure, loyalty, and conflict, focusing on the life of Iberville, a young land and sea soldier. The narrative intricately weaves personal and national struggles, portraying the intricacies of colonial power dynamics and personal honor.  The plot unfolds with Iberville’s return to Montreal after years of military service, where he reunites with friends and encounters lingering unresolved conflicts, particularly with George Gering, his foe. As tensions rise, Iberville embarks on a daring expedition towards Hudson's Bay, aiming to reclaim forts held by the English. The narrative is enriched by vibrant descriptions of the harsh yet beautiful landscapes, and it explores the relationships between various characters—including the priest De Casson, who represents a moral compass, and the coureur du bois, Perrot, who adds charm and camaraderie to the intense atmosphere. The climax builds towards a confrontation between Iberville and his British rival, leading to a deeper exploration of themes such as love, revenge, and the complexities of identity amidst warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aCanada -- History -- To 1763 (New France) -- Fiction40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6207  c48229d48229