
THE TRANSLATION OF A SAVAGE
By Gilbert Parker
INTRODUCTION
THE TRANSLATION OF A SAVAGE
CHAPTER I. HIS GREAT MISTAKE
CHAPTER II. A DIFFICULT SITUATION
CHAPTER III. OUT OF THE NORTH
CHAPTER IV. IN THE NAME OF THE FAMILY
CHAPTER V. AN AWKWARD HALF-HOUR
CHAPTER VI. THE PASSING OF THE YEARS
Set against the rugged frontier of the Canadian North, the tale follows a lone traveler who, after a grave misstep, finds himself thrust into a world of military discipline, harsh weather, and uneasy alliances. As he wrestles with the expectations of a regiment and the skepticism of his comrades, each encounter forces him to confront what it truly means to be “civilized.” The narrative captures the stark beauty of the wilderness while tracing the slow, uneasy shift from instinct to reason.
Through courtroom drama, earnest camaraderie, and moments of quiet introspection, the protagonist’s inner journey mirrors the external challenges of an unforgiving land. The story hints at deeper questions of identity, loyalty, and the price of redemption, inviting listeners to consider how far a person can change when faced with both danger and kindness. The first act sets the stage for a compelling exploration of humanity on the edge of a new frontier.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (281K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2004-11-16
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1862–1932
A Canadian-born writer who turned the history and folklore of Quebec into bestselling adventure and historical novels, he later became a public figure in Britain as well as a man of letters. His stories are remembered for their dramatic sweep, strong sense of place, and feel for imperial-era politics and romance.
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