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Volume 2. VI. THE PASSING OF THE YEARS VII. A COURT-MARTIAL VIII. TO EVERY MAN HIS HOUR - Volume 3. IX. THE FAITH OF COMRADES X. "THOU KNOWEST THE SECRETS OF OUR HEARTS" XI. UPON THE HIGHWAY XII. "THE CHASE OF THE YELLOW SWAN" XIII. A LIVING POEM XIV. ON THE EDGE OF A FUTURE XV. THE END OF THE TRAIL - INTRODUCTION
A RED INDIAN GIRL MARRIED INTO AN ENGLISH COUNTY FAMILY.
Set against the rugged backdrop of the Canadian frontier, the tale follows a solitary figure whose fateful misstep drags him into a tangled web of danger and responsibility. As he wrestles with the harsh realities of wilderness life, he is forced to confront his own instincts and the expectations of the community that surrounds him. The narrative moves from the raw immediacy of the north to an uneasy encounter with the values of a more settled world, hinting at the uneasy path toward understanding and belonging.
Rooted in a real incident the author witnessed, the story explores how a seemingly primitive soul can develop perception, compassion, and a sense of duty through trial and hardship. Its vivid scenes and moral reflections resonated with readers across social strata, offering a thoughtful glimpse into the uneasy dance between nature and civilization.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (111K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-08-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1862–1932
A bestselling novelist of adventure and historical romance, he brought Canadian settings and imperial politics together in stories that captivated a wide readership. His best-known work, The Seats of the Mighty, helped make him one of the most popular English-language novelists of his day.
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