
THE BLAZED TRAIL
By Stewart Edward White
TO MY FATHER—From whose early pioneer life are drawn many of Harry Thorpe's experiences.
PART I: THE FOREST
Chapter I
Chapter II
Chapter III
Chapter IV
Chapter V
Chapter VI
A rugged world of towering pines and untamed rivers frames the life of a hard‑won pioneer whose strength and humor shine amid the raw wilderness. He moves through forest and prairie with a confident stride, turning the land’s hardships into opportunities, whether dressing in buckskin or trading a blaze on a tree for a map of uncharted acres.
When the great logging firms of Michigan reach the end of their timber supply, a seasoned woodsman named John Radway is summoned to take on a daring contract in the remote Crooked Lake district. Armed with a pocket compass, a keen sense of direction, and the ability to read the blazed lines that mark the land, he steps into a world of high stakes, fierce labor, and the promise of new horizons. The story captures the grit, camaraderie, and wild energy of an era when men lived directly from the earth, balancing hard work with moments of reckless exuberance.
Language
en
Duration
~10 hours (628K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Douglas E. Levy, and David Widger
Release date
2002-09-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1873–1946
Best known for vivid adventure stories of the American West and the outdoors, this prolific writer also explored travel, natural history, and later spiritual themes. His books carry the pace of a campfire tale, with a strong feel for wilderness and frontier life.
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