The Walrus Hunters: A Romance of the Realms of Ice by R. M. Ballantyne
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"The Walrus Hunters: A Romance of the Realms of Ice" by R. M. Ballantyne is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the Arctic wilderness, focusing on the interactions between a tribe of Eskimos and a tribe of Red Indians, exploring themes of animosity, friendship, and cooperation among these two cultures. The main character, Cheenbuk, a young Eskimo, grapples with challenges from both
the harsh Arctic environment and the tensions with the Indian tribe. The opening of the novel introduces the setting of Greygoose River, where we meet Cheenbuk as he embarks on a hunt for a white whale. His encounter with a Dogrib Indian leads to an unexpected confrontation, but rather than violence, they reach a moment of understanding and friendship, sharing food and conversation. This initial meeting highlights the cultural differences and mutual respect between the two characters, setting the stage for a story rich with themes of peace, conflict, and the complexities of cross-cultural relationships in a time of both danger and survival. Cheenbuk’s journey will further delve into his internal struggles regarding war and peace, making this tale both an adventure and a thoughtful examination of human nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Walrus Hunters: A Romance of the Realms of Ice |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Eskimos -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Arctic regions -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21709 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-21709-3 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 743 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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