Camp and Trail: A Story of the Maine Woods

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Camp and Trail: A Story of the Maine Woods

by Isabel Hornibrook

EN·~6 hours

Chapters

Description

Set against the deep, quiet forests and shimmering lakes of northern Maine, this tale follows two young adventurers as they launch a birch‑bark canoe into the still waters of Squaw Pond. Under a half‑clouded moon they practice the art of silent stalking, learning the delicate balance between patience and excitement that defines true wilderness sport. Their banter and cautious movements reveal a budding friendship that bridges the gap between an English visitor and his American counterpart, each eager to prove themselves without harming the land they love.

Beyond the chase, the story celebrates the joy of discovery—whether it’s the sudden flash of a silvery eye breaking the night’s surface or the thrill of navigating untamed terrain. A seasoned hunter’s wisdom threads through the narrative, urging respect for the forest’s living wonders over the lure of conquest. Listeners will be drawn into a world where camaraderie, reverence for nature, and the pure exhilaration of the great outdoors intertwine.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~6 hours (381K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Curtis Weyant, Josephine Paolucci, Joshua Hutchinson and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team.

Release date

2004-11-04

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

IH

Isabel Hornibrook

1859–1952

Best known for lively adventure stories for young readers, this American writer turned outdoor camps, scouting, wartime service, and new technology into upbeat fiction full of action and purpose. Her books often center girls as capable, curious, and ready for the wider world.

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