To Win or to Die: A Tale of the Klondike Gold Craze by George Manville Fenn
"To Win or to Die: A Tale of the Klondike Gold Craze" by George Manville Fenn is a historical adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on the rigors and dangers faced by gold seekers in the harsh setting of the Klondike. It follows a young adventurer who is determined to make his fortune but finds himself in life-threatening situations against the elements and other desperate men. The
opening portion of the novel introduces the reader to the central character, who is battling through the snow-covered mountains while dragging a heavy sledge filled with supplies. As he grapples with physical exhaustion and the psychological toll of isolation, he encounters a series of perilous circumstances, including an avalanche and a confrontation with a gang of nefarious characters. After being betrayed and robbed by these men, he manages to escape but injures himself in the process. The tension escalates when he discovers an ally also facing danger, leading to a crucial struggle for survival as they navigate both their physical challenges and the treachery of others in pursuit of gold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Hardy, Paul, 1862-1942 |
| Title | To Win or to Die: A Tale of the Klondike Gold Craze |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Klondike River Valley (Yukon) -- Gold discoveries -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21377 |
| Release Date | May 8, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 384 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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