The Trail of '98: A Northland Romance by Robert W. Service
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"The Trail of '98: A Northland Romance" by Robert W. Service is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of adventure, love, and the human struggle against adversity during the Klondike Gold Rush. The narrative revolves around the experiences of the protagonist, Athol Meldrum, who embarks on a quest for fortune and self-discovery, and his poignant connection with Berna, a girl whose past intertwines with his own
in unexpected ways. The opening of the novel introduces Athol, who reflects on his past and the people he holds dear, particularly his late mother and brother, Garry. As Athol rekindles memories of his home in the Highlands, he feels the weight of nostalgia and loss. His yearning for meaningful connections leads to an encounter with Berna, who captures his attention with her fragile beauty and palpable sadness. As he grapples with his feelings, Athol's journey toward the Klondike becomes not only a search for wealth but also a path to understanding himself and the love he seeks. The atmosphere of loneliness, adventure, and longing sets a compelling stage for the complex relationships that will unfold as the plot progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Service, Robert W. (Robert William), 1874-1958 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Trail of '98: A Northland Romance |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Roger Frank and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Klondike River Valley (Yukon) -- Gold discoveries -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22063 |
| Release Date | Jul 13, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 10876 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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