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100 1 _aCurwood, James Oliver,
_d1878-1927
245 1 0 _aIsobel : A Romance of the Northern Trail
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-10-01
508 _aProduced by Norm Wolcott
520 _a"Isobel: A Romance of the Northern Trail" by James Oliver Curwood is a novel written in the early 20th century. This story unfolds in the harsh and desolate Arctic wilderness, focusing on the lives of Sergeant William MacVeigh and his ailing comrade, Private Pelliter, as they encounter the severe loneliness and struggles of life in isolation. The narrative primarily revolves around themes of survival, love, and sacrifice as MacVeigh embarks on a treacherous journey filled with both physical challenges and emotional turmoil. The opening of the novel introduces us to Sergeant MacVeigh, who is completing a report on the fugitive murderer Scottie Deane. Amid his responsibilities, we see the deep sense of isolation felt by MacVeigh and Pelliter, particularly Pelliter's intense longing for companionship after being cut off from civilization. The arrival of the sun after a prolonged absence becomes a poignant symbol of hope. Soon after, MacVeigh encounters a mysterious white woman, Isobel, grieving the loss of her husband. As Billy assists Isobel, he grapples with his own feelings of affection while they navigate the treacherous landscape together. This complex mix of duty, longing, and budding love sets the stage for the rest of the novel, promising a tale rich with emotional depth and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNorthwest, Canadian -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6715
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