02147cam a22003253u 4500 29406 UtSlPG 20260610133653.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Curwood, James Oliver, 1878-1927 The Country Beyond: A Romance of the Wilderness Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-07-14 Thanks to Al Haines, based on the non-illustrated version, at "The Country Beyond: A Romance of the Wilderness" by James Oliver Curwood is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of the rugged Canadian wilderness, the story revolves around the adventures and trials of a young girl named Nada and her bond with a dog named Peter, as well as their encounters with the bootlegger Jed Hawkins. As Nada struggles against the oppressive circumstances of her life, themes of love, courage, and resilience begin to unfold. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the idyllic setting near Lake Superior as spring brings renewed life to the wilderness. We are introduced to Peter, a homely yet spirited pup who embarks on his first adventures, displaying both his innocence and bravery. As Peter explores the landscape, we also glimpse the underlying tension in Nada's life, especially her relationship with the cruel Jed Hawkins. Through vivid descriptions, Curwood weaves an atmosphere thick with emotion, hinting at the struggles that await the characters as they navigate love, violence, and survival in their harsh reality. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Western stories Wilderness areas -- Fiction Louderback, Walt, 1887-1941 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29406 70254 70254