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050 4 _aSK
100 1 _aWhite, Stewart Edward,
_d1873-1946
245 1 4 _aThe Forest
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-11-01
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Tonya Allen and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"The Forest" by Stewart Edward White is a narrative that blends elements of adventure and practical guidebook, written in the early 20th century. The book explores the experiences of men as they venture into the wilderness, focusing on themes of self-sufficiency, the allure of the wild, and the physical and mental challenges posed by nature. The narrative is interwoven with detailed advice on how to prepare for and endure the trials of camping and canoeing in the wild. At the start of the book, the author introduces the idea of "the calling" that draws individuals to the wilderness, particularly during the dreary winter months when spring seems distant. He writes of the inspirations that ignite a desire for adventure through the mention of exotic place names and the thrill of planning a journey into the wild. The protagonist demonstrates an eagerness to strip down the essentials for travel, emphasizing the philosophy of "going light" – packing minimally to heighten the experience of facing nature's challenges. The opening chapters convey a sense of anticipation and prepare the reader for a journey laden with reflections on the human spirit, adventure, and the essence of wilderness living. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aOutdoor life
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9376
999 _c51135
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