The Alaskan is a vigorous northern romance in which the immensities of Alaska become both setting and moral force. Curwood stages adventure, intrigue, and love against glaciers, forests, and frontier settlements, contrasting human greed with the austere grandeur of the wilderness. Written in the tradition of early twentieth-century adventure fiction associated with Jack London and Rex Beach, the novel combines melodramatic plotting with lyrical natural description and an unmistakable conservationist impulse. James Oliver Curwood, an American journalist, novelist, and outdoorsman, repeatedly drew upon his travels in Alaska and the Canadian Northwest to fashion popular tales of the North. His familiarity with hunting camps, remote rivers, and frontier society gave his fiction an authority prized by contemporary readers. Yet Curwood's later work also reflects a growing unease with exploitation, making The Alaskan as much a meditation on stewardship as a tale of peril and romance. Readers drawn to classic wilderness fiction will find The Alaskan rewarding for its atmospheric power, moral clarity, and historical glimpse of frontier mythology. It is especially recommended to those interested in adventure narratives shaped by ecological feeling and romantic idealism.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : BuchWeltWeit Ludwig Meier e.K., Bergisch Gladbach, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The Alaskan is a vigorous northern romance in which the immensities of Alaska become both setting and moral force. Curwood stages adventure, intrigue, and love against glaciers, forests, and frontier settlements, contrasting human greed with the austere grandeur of the wilderness. Written in the tradition of early twentieth-century adventure fiction associated with Jack London and Rex Beach, the novel combines melodramatic plotting with lyrical natural description and an unmistakable conservationist impulse. James Oliver Curwood, an American journalist, novelist, and outdoorsman, repeatedly drew upon his travels in Alaska and the Canadian Northwest to fashion popular tales of the North. His familiarity with hunting camps, remote rivers, and frontier society gave his fiction an authority prized by contemporary readers. Yet Curwood's later work also reflects a growing unease with exploitation, making The Alaskan as much a meditation on stewardship as a tale of peril and romance. Readers drawn to classic wilderness fiction will find The Alaskan rewarding for its atmospheric power, moral clarity, and historical glimpse of frontier mythology. It is especially recommended to those interested in adventure narratives shaped by ecological feeling and romantic idealism. 128 pp. Englisch. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028358761
Quantité disponible : 2 disponible(s)
Vendeur : AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In 'The Alaskan,' James Oliver Curwood crafts a vivid narrative that weaves together the stark beauty of the Alaskan wilderness with the complexities of human emotion and survival. Through rich, descriptive prose, Curwood immerses readers in the rugged landscape, highlighting the tension between civilization and nature. The novel delves into themes of adventure, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of those who dare to call the wild their home, all while reflecting the early 20th-century fascination with the untamed frontier, echoing the spirit of naturalism and regionalism prevalent in the literary context of his time. Curwood, an ardent advocate for nature and wildlife, was influenced by his own explorations of the North and his deep appreciation for its raw, untouched beauty. His experiences as a hunter and naturalist informed his writing, imbuing 'The Alaskan' with authenticity and an urgent respect for the environment. This convergence of personal passion and narrative ambition reveals Curwood's intent to connect readers with the complexities of nature and the human condition. Readers who seek an enthralling adventure infused with the majesty of nature will find 'The Alaskan' to be an indispensable addition to their literary collection. Curwood's masterful storytelling not only excites the imagination but also serves as a poignant reminder of our relationship with the natural world, making this book a must-read for both lovers of nature and enthusiasts of classic literature. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028358761
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)
Vendeur : buchversandmimpf2000, Emtmannsberg, BAYE, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -The Alaskan is a vigorous northern romance in which the immensities of Alaska become both setting and moral force. Curwood stages adventure, intrigue, and love against glaciers, forests, and frontier settlements, contrasting human greed with the austere grandeur of the wilderness. Written in the tradition of early twentieth-century adventure fiction associated with Jack London and Rex Beach, the novel combines melodramatic plotting with lyrical natural description and an unmistakable conservationist impulse. James Oliver Curwood, an American journalist, novelist, and outdoorsman, repeatedly drew upon his travels in Alaska and the Canadian Northwest to fashion popular tales of the North. His familiarity with hunting camps, remote rivers, and frontier society gave his fiction an authority prized by contemporary readers. Yet Curwood's later work also reflects a growing unease with exploitation, making The Alaskan as much a meditation on stewardship as a tale of peril and romance. Readers drawn to classic wilderness fiction will find The Alaskan rewarding for its atmospheric power, moral clarity, and historical glimpse of frontier mythology. It is especially recommended to those interested in adventure narratives shaped by ecological feeling and romantic idealism. 128 pp. Englisch. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028358761
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)
Vendeur : preigu, Osnabrück, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. The Alaskan | A Northern Wilderness Adventure of Frontier Romance, Greed, and Preservation in Early Twentieth-Century Alaska | James Oliver Curwood | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2023 | Sharp Ink | EAN 9788028358761 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Copycat s.r.o., 22, Holesovice, Schnirchova 662, 170 00 PRAGUE, TSCHECHIEN, kristoferpaetau[at]gmail[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu. N° de réf. du vendeur 128619936
Quantité disponible : 5 disponible(s)