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Presently the paddles dipped and we Were under way. Soon the shores changed. The rocky outcroppings grew larger, and more numerous too, and rising high and higher they at last formed two fortresses that stood one on either side of the stream. Yet they leaned so close together that they squeezed the river into a perfect fury. Between the upper end of a rocky island and the mainland on our right a big tree hung horizontally. Beneath the tree glided a gleaming, squirming lane of water that reminded me of a gigantic snake racing into its hole. Suddenly the canoe turned to the right, and into that hole we swept with a rush. A moment later everyone ducked his head as we glided under the hanging tree. The canoe now began swerving this way and that — like a ship without a rudder. Hill looked back with anger. I, too, glanced behind. It wasn't What I saw, but What I didn't see that startled me. Our steersman had dis appeared. Instantly Hill bellowed something in Indian. Quick as a ?ash an old man grabbed the spare steering paddle and worked with might and main. Now down a steeper slope we ?ew like an express train through a canyon. Trees and rocks went ?ying by. Spray hit us like buckshot. Perpendicular walls of rock on either side made landing impossible. Ragged boulders appeared above the foam and threatened to sink us. Suddenly we struck a submerged rock that bellied up the bottom of our canoe, cracked her ribs, and ripped her Open. Now We were sinking.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book throws you headfirst into a thrilling adventure set against the backdrop of the unforgiving North Woods. After a harrowing encounter with a caribou leaves him stranded and clinging to life, young Gordon Douglas finds himself rescued by a group of strangers. But danger lurks within this seemingly fortunate turn of events. A sinister plot unfolds as O'Brien, a ruthless and cunning man, manipulates his way into control of the expedition, revealing his true motive: robbing a nearby gold mine. With only their wits and the guidance of a seasoned half-breed named Bill Hill, Gordon and Lincoln, a wealthy young man caught in O'Brien's web, must fight for survival. The author vividly portrays the harsh realities of life in the wilderness, where nature's elements and human treachery pose constant threats. As the story unfolds, the boys are forced to rely on their resourcefulness and courage, learning to navigate the treacherous rapids, hunt for food, and build a canoe ââ â all while evading the murderous O'Brien and his gang. This desperate struggle for survival becomes a journey of self-discovery, testing the limits of human resilience and the power of human connection in the face of adversity. Ultimately, the book leaves us pondering the enduring strength of the human spirit and the enduring importance of resourcefulness and resilience in overcoming even the most daunting challenges. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780259495635_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259495635
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