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BY - JACKSON GREGORY
AUTHOR OF THE SHORT CUT, ETC.
WITH FRONTISPIECE IN COLOR BY FRANK TENNEY JOHNSON
TO JACKSON GREGORY, Jr.
Mid‑June drapes the North Woods in a fresh burst of green, where thawing peaks spill sparkling waterfalls into hidden valleys. In the small MacLeod settlement, the annual open‑house at Père Marquette’s log store signals the arrival of spring, and the whole community gathers to share wine, music, and good humor. The tradition is as reliable as the birds returning from the south, and the air itself tastes like celebratory champagne.
That evening, whispers of a strange newcomer—rumored to be the unlucky drifter Drennen—stir curiosity among the guests, while rumors of wolves prowling the forest edge add a note of danger. As the night deepens, the settlement’s quiet rhythms are interrupted by promises of hidden gold, old debts, and a hint of witchcraft from the distant Ygerne. Listeners are invited to follow the celebrations, the secrets, and the growing tension that promise an unforgettable adventure.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (351K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2006-08-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1882–1943
A prolific early 20th-century storyteller, this American writer built a strong following with fast-moving Westerns and adventure novels set in rugged landscapes. Before turning fully to fiction, he worked as a reporter and teacher, experiences that helped give his stories a brisk, readable style.
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