02322cam a22003253u 4500 54102 UtSlPG 20260610134240.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Merwin, Samuel, 1874-1936 The Whip Hand: A Tale of the Pine Country Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-02-03 Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive "The Whip Hand: A Tale of the Pine Country" by Samuel Merwin is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces themes of adventure and struggle against nature, as it begins with a dramatic sea rescue involving a group of young men from a surf-boat braving the stormy waters of Lake Michigan to save the crew of a distressed steamer. The narrative is anchored by the character Jack Halloran, who embodies youthful determination and camaraderie, as he leads his crew in what seems like a noble yet perilous endeavor. The opening of the novel sets an intense scene, characterized by a thick storm that creates an atmosphere of urgency and peril. As the young men rally around the surf-boat in a daring rescue mission, we see Halloran commanding the group's efforts, showing both his leadership and enthusiasm for the fight against the elements. Meanwhile, onshore, a festive gathering of students and townsfolk lends a contrasting sense of community and support as they wait for the boat's return. However, the backdrop of impending tragedy looms, hinted at by the storm and the shipwreck in progress, establishing the stakes for the characters as they engage in a struggle that mixes both physical challenge and the spirit of youth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Love stories Lumber trade -- Fiction Great Lakes Region (North America) -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54102 94936 94936