A Claim on Klondyke: A Romance of the Arctic El Dorado

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A Claim on Klondyke: A Romance of the Arctic El Dorado

by Edward Roper

EN·~6 hours

Chapters

Description

In the frozen silence of the Yukon winter, a lone prospector and his faithful dog trek across endless white, their breath visible against a sky ablaze with stars. Wrapped in heavy furs and guided only by instinct, they confront a landscape that feels both majestic and merciless. The man's measured narration reveals a cultured background that clashes with the raw wilderness, while his companion’s eager sniffs hint at hidden opportunities ahead.

Suddenly, distant gunshots crack the stillness, echoing from the promise of the Klondike gold fields. Drawn by the sound, the pair press onward, their determination fueled by the lure of fortune and the mystery of what lies beyond the horizon. As they move deeper into the Arctic, the narrative weaves together the harsh realities of survival with the stirring romance of a quest that could change their lives.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~6 hours (399K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Al Haines

Release date

2011-07-02

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Edward Roper

An English-born artist and traveler, he turned long journeys through Canada, Australia, and beyond into lively books filled with observation, illustration, and a taste for adventure.

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