Ungava by R. M. Ballantyne
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"Ungava" by R. M. Ballantyne is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores the life of fur traders in the wild regions surrounding Hudson's Bay in North America. The narrative focuses on characters like George Stanley and Frank Morton, who embark on an expedition to establish a trading post in the remote and perilous lands of Ungava Bay, facing challenges associated with their survival and the interactions
with the local Indigenous tribes. The opening portion introduces readers to the wilderness and the lively dynamics among the main characters. It begins with Frank, an impulsive young man, and Stanley, a more seasoned trader, hunting in the forest. Their camaraderie is evident as they boast about their hunting skills and discuss their upcoming expedition, dealing with the reluctance of their fellow traders to volunteer for the journey. The setting is richly described, highlighting the beauty and dangers of the natural environment, while the interactions among the characters create a lively portrayal of life as fur traders. This engaging start sets the stage for an adventurous quest filled with the promise of trials in the uncharted territories of Ungava. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ungava |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Eskimos -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Natural history -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Survival skills -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Outdoor life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Hudson Bay -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Fur traders -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21707 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-21707-9 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 751 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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