Munroe, Kirk 1850-1930 creator Giles, Howard 1876-1955 text utu 2006 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Under the Great Bear" by Kirk Munroe is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the experiences of Cabot Grant, a recently graduated engineer, as he embarks on a journey filled with unexpected challenges and adventures. Set against the backdrop of northern waters and a backdrop rich in natural beauty, the narrative explores themes of personal growth, ambition, and the impact of one’s choices. At the start of the narrative, Cabot Grant is reflecting on his uncertainties after graduation, feeling inadequate compared to his classmates who have secured promising jobs. After a conversation with his guardian, President Hepburn, he chooses an unexpected path when he is given the chance to join a sailing expedition with wealthy classmate Thorpe Walling. However, fate intervenes when the steamer "Lavinia" meets a catastrophic fate, leaving Cabot as one of the few survivors as he finds himself alone on a life raft. The opening chapters establish a blend of adventure and self-discovery, leading into Cabot's quest for survival and his ensuing encounters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2006-09-11 Produced by Al Haines Original publication data not identified Orphans -- Juvenile fiction Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Shipwreck survival -- Juvenile fiction Islands -- Juvenile fiction Adventure stories Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction Natural history -- Juvenile fiction Sailors -- Juvenile fiction Shipwrecks -- Juvenile fiction Robinsonades Mothers and daughters -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19235 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19235 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133441.0 19235