Fee of the Frontier
The novel is a historical romance set during the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 1890s. It follows the story of a young woman who travels to the Yukon in search of her missing brother, and becomes embroiled in the gold rush and its associated dangers. The protagonist's journey takes her through treacherous terrain, where she faces numerous challenges including harsh weather conditions, hostile Native American tribes, and rival claim jumpers. Along the way, she meets a group of prospectors who become her allies, and together they navigate the complexities of the gold rush. Throughout the novel, themes of perseverance, loyalty, and self-discovery are explored as the protagonist confronts the harsh realities of life on the frontier. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the Yukon landscape and its portrayal of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
By Horace Bowne Fyfe · First published 1906 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama · 6,755 words
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_They didn't think of themselves as pioneers. They simply had a job to do. And if they had to give up money, or power, or love -- or life itself -- that was the_
From inside the dome, the night sky is a beautiful thing, even though Deimos and Phobos are nothing to brag about. If you walk outside, maybe as far as the rocket field, you notice a difference.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Horace Bowne Fyfe
- Date: 1906 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Speculative Fiction, Thriller
- Length: 6,755 words
- Structure: 1 section, 206 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Tags
Historical Fiction · Western Novel · Frontier Life · Pioneer Era · American West · Settlement · Conflict · Native American Relations · Colonialism · Expansionism · Adventure · Action