The Spell of the Rockies

Name: The Spell of the Rockies
Author: Enos A. Mills

The narrative revolves around a group of people who venture into the Rocky Mountains to hunt and explore. The story delves into themes of adventure, survival, and human connection amidst the harsh wilderness environment.

By Enos A. Mills · First published 1909 · Genre: Nature Writing, Adventure, Non-fiction · 18 chapters · 60,613 words

First lines

I had gone into the San Juan Mountains during the first week in March to learn something of the laws which govern snow slides, to get a fuller idea of their power and destructiveness, and also with the hope of seeing them in wild, magnificent action. Everywhere, except on wind-swept points, the winter's snows lay deep. Conditions for slide movement were so favorable it seemed probable that, during the next few days at least, one would "run" or chute down every gulch that led from the summit. I climbed on skees well to the top of the range. By waiting on spurs and ridges I saw several thrilling exhibitions.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Enos A. Mills
Date: 1909 CE
Language: English
Genres: Nature Writing, Adventure, Non-fiction, Memoir, Environmental Literature
Length: 60,613 words
Structure: 18 chapters, 558 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

Nature Writing — The book extensively describes the natural environment, focusing on the San Juan Mountains and the behavior of beavers, emphasizing the beauty and intricacies of nature.
Adventure — The narrative includes thrilling experiences, such as snow slides and the author's perilous descent down the mountain, creating a sense of adventure.
Non-fiction — The work is based on real experiences and observations, providing factual information about beavers and their habitats.
Memoir — The author shares personal experiences and reflections during his time in the Rockies, blending personal narrative with observations.