TY  - BOOK
AU  - Ballantyne,R.M.
TI  - The Big Otter
AV  - PZ 
PY  - 2007///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Animals -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Fishing -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Winter -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Accidents -- Juvenile fiction
N1  - Release date is 2007-06-07; Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "The Big Otter" by R. M. Ballantyne is a novel written in the late 19th century. This adventure story follows the experiences of George Maxby (nicknamed Max) and his friend Jack Lumley as they navigate the challenges of life in the harsh, cold wilderness of the American backwoods. The two friends embark on hunting expeditions, camp amidst snow and ice, and encounter various trials, evoking themes of camaraderie, resilience, and exploration of both the physical and emotional landscapes of their lives in the remote north.  The opening of the book introduces the characters of Max and Lumley as they prepare for a winter camping trip in extreme cold, revealing their strong friendship and affable banter. The narrative describes their adventures in the snow, including their hunting encounters and the challenges of camping in a snowbed, along with the beauty and dangers of their frigid environment. As they struggle against the elements, the text highlights their resourcefulness and determination, setting the stage for further adventures and discoveries in the frozen wilderness. The friendship between the two main characters serves as a central theme, resonating throughout their experiences in this remote outpost where human connection is as vital as survival. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21718
ER  -