James Oliver Curwood

The Plains of Abraham (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

In 'The Plains of Abraham' by James Oliver Curwood, readers are transported to the vast wilderness of the Canadian North where a gripping tale of adventure and survival unfolds. Curwood's descriptive prose and vivid imagery bring to life the harsh beauty of the landscape and the struggles of the characters as they face the challenges of nature and the complexities of human relationships. Written in the early 20th century, the book reflects Curwood's deep connection to the natural world and his fascination with the frontier spirit that defined his era. The narrative is infused with a sense of nostalgia for a disappearing way of life and a reverence for the wild places of North America. Readers will be captivated by Curwood's mastery of storytelling and his ability to evoke a sense of wonder and awe in the face of the untamed wilderness. 'The Plains of Abraham' is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today, reminding us of the enduring power of nature and the enduring spirit of adventure.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 7. April 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028360207
• Artikelnr.: 70270617

Autorenporträt

James Oliver "Jim" Curwood (June 12, 1878 - August 13, 1927) was an American action-adventure writer and conservationist. His books were often based on adventures set in the Yukon or Alaska and ranked among the top-ten best sellers in the United States in the early 1920s, according to Publishers Weekly. At least eighteen motion pictures have been based on or directly inspired by his novels and short stories; one was produced in three versions from 1919 to 1953. At the time of his death, Curwood was the highest paid (per word) author in the world.[1] Curwood was born in Owosso, Michigan, the youngest of four children.[2] Attending local schools, Curwood left high school before graduation. He passed the entrance exam to the University of Michigan and was allowed to enroll in the English department, where he studied journalism. After two years, Curwood quit college to become a reporter, moving to Detroit for work. In 1900, he sold his first story, while working for the Detroit News-Tribune. By 1909 he had saved enough money to travel to the Canadian northwest, a trip that inspired his wilderness adventure stories. Because his novels sold well, Curwood could afford to return to Owosso and live there. He traveled to the Yukon and Alaska for several months each year for more inspiration. He wrote more than thirty adventure books. By 1922, Curwood had become very wealthy from the success of his writing. He fulfilled a childhood fantasy by building Curwood Castle in Owosso. Constructed in the style of an 18th-century French chateau, the estate overlooked the Shiawassee River. In one of the homes' two large turrets, Curwood set up his writing studio. He also owned a camp in a remote area in Baraga County, Michigan, near the Huron Mountains, as well as a cabin in Roscommon, Michigan.