Black Rock: A Tale of the Selkirks by Ralph Connor

"Black Rock: A Tale of the Selkirks" by Ralph Connor is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in the rugged wilderness of Western Canada during a time when young men are flocking to the area, seeking opportunity amid the challenges of life in lumber camps and mines. The narrative primarily revolves around the experiences of Leslie Graeme and the struggle of the men in the camp as they confront their personal battles with morality and temptation, particularly in the context of redemption and community. The opening of the book introduces readers to a group of men gathered in a lumber camp on Christmas Eve, highlighting the camaraderie and conflicts that define their lives. Leslie Graeme, a charismatic leader among the men, is depicted alongside the narrator as they navigate the dynamics of their relationships and the hardships of life in the wilderness. The camp is filled with anticipation for Christmas festivities, yet underlying tensions hint at the challenges they face from local threats and their own inner demons. As the narrative unfolds, the importance of faith, community, and the quest for redemption emerge as central themes, setting the stage for the struggles that lie ahead in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Connor, Ralph, 1860-1937
Title Black Rock: A Tale of the Selkirks
Credits Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger
Reading Level Reading ease score: 87.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Canada -- Fiction
Subject Selkirk Range -- Fiction
Subject Lumber camps -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 3245
Release Date
Last Update Mar 4, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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