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050 4 _aPS
100 1 _aCurwood, James Oliver,
_d1878-1927
240 1 4 _aThe honor of the big snows. Finnish
245 1 0 _aErämaan tytär
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2017
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2017-09-12
508 _aE-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
520 _a"Erämaan tytär" by James Oliver Curwood is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the harsh yet beautiful landscapes of the Canadian wilderness, focusing on the life and struggles of John Cummins and his wife, Melisse. The narrative delves into themes of love, culture clash, and survival amid the stark realities of their environment, highlighting the relationship between the white settlers and the Native inhabitants. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to John Cummins, who is in a desperate situation as he keeps vigil by his sick wife, Melisse, in a small cabin. Melisse, a woman of extraordinary beauty and spirit, is at the brink of death, and Cummins is torn between his deep love for her and the looming threat of loss. Their intimate exchange reveals their profound bond, underscored by the mysterious music Melisse claims to hear—interpreted by Cummins as a heavenly tune. As they await the uncertain fate ahead, the stark reality of their life in the wilderness sets the stage for the challenges, love, and heartache that will unfold throughout the narrative. This opening beautifully establishes the atmosphere and emotional depth, drawing the reader into a poignant exploration of life in the unforgiving wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWestern stories
653 _aWilderness areas -- Fiction
653 _aNorthwest, Canadian -- Fiction
700 1 _aSalo, Aukusti,
_d1887-1951
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55530
999 _c96361
_d96361