Partners of the out-Trail

Name: Partners of the out-Trail
Author: Harold Bindloss

The novel revolves around a young man who leaves his comfortable life to join the Canadian Mounted Police and serve on the North-West frontier. He becomes embroiled in a conflict between rival fur traders and must navigate the complexities of the region's politics and culture. Along the way, he develops feelings for a local woman and must confront the harsh realities of life on the frontier.

By Harold Bindloss · First published 1908 · Genre: Adventure, Western, Romance · 32 chapters · 107,710 words

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Winter had begun and snow blew about the lonely telegraph shack where Jim Dearham studied an old French romance. He read rather by way of mental discipline than for enjoyment, and partly with the object of keeping himself awake. Life is primitive in the British Columbian bush and Jim sometimes felt he must fight against the insidious influence of the wilds. Although he had chosen the latter when the cities palled, he had studied at McGill, with a view of embarking on a professional career. Want of money was the main obstacle, but love of adventure had counted for much. His adventures had been numerous since he left the university, and he now and then tried to remind himself that he was civilized.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Harold Bindloss
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Western, Romance, Historical Fiction, Drama
Length: 107,710 words
Structure: 32 chapters, 2,358 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Genres

Adventure — The plot centers around exploration and survival in challenging environments.
Western — The setting and themes are characteristic of the Western frontier.
Romance — There are significant romantic elements and relationships that drive the narrative.
Historical Fiction — The story is set in a past era, reflecting historical contexts and details.