A Girl of the Klondike - Couverture souple

Cross, Victoria

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9355178239 ISBN 13 : 9789355178237

Editeur : Insight Publica, 2025

Synopsis

A Girl of the Klondike by Victoria Cross is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the harsh and tumultuous backdrop of the Klondike gold rush, exploring themes of human greed, survival, and the contrast between rural innocence and urban corruption. The main character, Katrine Poniatovsky, is a complex figure navigating the perilous world of Dawson City, where the pursuit of gold has transformed men into relentless, almost savage beings. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of the unforgiving Alaskan winter, setting a tone of stark beauty and underlying tension. Katrine, standing in the bustling saloon called the "Pistol Shot," observes a chaotic crowd of miners fueled by "gold fever." Thus we are introduced to the social dynamics of Dawson, where men are driven by desperation and ambition. Amidst the excitement, Katrine engages in a conversation with Stephen Wood, a newcomer seeking to balance his spiritual aspirations with the harsh realities of gold mining. This initial interaction hints at a budding relationship, while also showcasing Katrine's strength and independence in a male-dominated world. As the narrative progresses, the reader is prompted to consider the personal sacrifices and moral dilemmas faced by those entangled in the madness of the gold rush.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Victoria Cross was the pen name of Annie Sophie Cory (1868-1952), a British author known for her provocative and daring novels during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. A pioneering writer in themes of female sexuality, independence, and cross-cultural romance, Cross gained fame for her bestselling novels such as Anna Lombard (1901) and Six Women (1906). Her works, often set in exotic colonial backdrops, challenged the moral conventions of her time and sparked both scandal and admiration. Writing under a pseudonym borrowed from a military honor, Cross carved a bold literary path, placing women's desires and defiance at the heart of her storytelling.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Insight Publica
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9355178239
• ISBN 13: 9789355178237
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 162
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• Personne responsable: non disponible