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The Backwoodsmen (1909)

The Backwoodsmen (1909)

Roberts, Charles G. D.

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Fiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)Environmental Studies

ISBN10: 1164094564
ISBN13: 9781164094562
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 296
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.62 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Backwoodsmen is a novel written by Charles G. D. Roberts and published in 1909. Set in the wilderness of Canada during the 19th century, the story follows the lives of two backwoodsmen, Pierre and Jacques, who are brothers and live in a small cabin in the woods. The brothers are skilled hunters and trappers, and they make a living by selling furs and skins to traders who visit their cabin. The novel explores the themes of survival, brotherhood, and the relationship between humans and nature. It also touches on the social and economic issues of the time, such as the impact of industrialization on the natural world and the struggles of the working class. As the story progresses, Pierre and Jacques encounter various challenges and obstacles, including harsh weather conditions, dangerous animals, and conflicts with other backwoodsmen. They also form relationships with other characters, such as a young woman named Marie and a wealthy landowner named Mr. Jameson. Overall, The Backwoodsmen is a compelling and realistic portrayal of life in the Canadian wilderness during the 19th century. It offers a glimpse into a world that is both beautiful and brutal, and it celebrates the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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