Gulf and Glacier; or, The Percivals in Alaska

A bustling Boston depot on a bright July morning sends a handful of eager youths northward on the great Canadian Pacific train. Tom Percival, his cousin Randolph, and their friend Fred Seacomb board the “Kamloops,” swapping jokes and good‑byes as the locomotive thunders toward the vast western frontier. Their chatter hints at fresh college beginnings, family expectations, and the promise of an unforgettable journey across prairies, mountains, and eventually the untamed coast.

As the train rolls into the wild reaches of Alaska, the trio’s excitement turns to awe at towering glaciers, rugged gulfs, and the raw beauty of the northern landscape. Together they will confront the challenges of a remote land—stormy seas, towering ice, and the mysteries of the indigenous peoples they meet. Their adventure promises both personal growth and a vivid portrait of a world on the edge of civilization.