The Great Gold Rush: A Tale of the Klondike by W. H. P. Jarvis
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| Author | Jarvis, W. H. P. (William Henry Pope), 1876-1944 |
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| Title | The Great Gold Rush: A Tale of the Klondike |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Iona Vaughan, woodie4, Mark Akrigg, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team |
| Summary | "The Great Gold Rush: A Tale of the Klondike" by W. H. P. Jarvis is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the captivating tale of the Klondike Gold Rush, focusing on the experiences of prospectors and adventurers as they seek fortune in the unforgiving terrain of northern Canada. Central to the narrative is John Berwick, an old-time miner, who is joined by his friend George Bruce as they embark on a perilous journey filled with challenges and camaraderie. The opening of the story introduces readers to the excitement and desperation associated with the gold rush. Passengers aboard the steamship Aleutian are preparing for their journey to the Klondike, and among them are Berwick and Bruce, whose friendship emerges as they share their aspirations and past experiences. The early chapters vividly depict the chaotic atmosphere of the era, illustrating the diverse characters drawn to the alluring promise of gold, while also highlighting the dangers and difficulties they will undoubtedly face on their treacherous path. As Berwick contemplates his dreams, the reader is invited to experience the thrill and tension of the stampede toward untold riches in the wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Gold mines and mining -- Fiction |
| Subject | Klondike River Valley (Yukon) -- Gold discoveries -- Fiction |
| Subject | Canadian fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35486 |
| Release Date | Mar 4, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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