The Golden Snare by James Oliver Curwood

The story revolves around a young trapper who becomes embroiled in a plot to capture and sell a rare wolf. The trapper's skills are put to the test as he navigates the wilderness and confronts various obstacles, including harsh weather conditions and hostile Native Americans. Along the way, he develops a bond with the wolf, which complicates his mission.

By James Oliver Curwood · First published 1922 · Genre: Adventure, Romance, Mystery · 26 chapters · 62,183 words

First lines

Bram Johnson was an unusual man, even for the northland. He was, above all other things, a creature of environment -- and necessity, and of that something else which made of him at times a man with a soul, and at others a brute with the heart of a devil. In this story of Bram, and the girl, and the other man, Bram himself should not be blamed too much. He was pathetic, and yet he was terrible. It is doubtful if he really had what is generally regarded as a soul. If he did, it was hidden -- hidden to the forests and the wild things that had made him.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: James Oliver Curwood
• Date: 1922 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Adventure, Romance, Mystery, Historical Fiction, Drama
• Length: 62,183 words
• Structure: 26 chapters, 661 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

• Adventure — The plot centers around a thrilling pursuit in the wilderness, featuring elements of survival and exploration.
• Romance — The narrative includes a romantic subplot that influences the characters' motivations and actions.
• Mystery — The story involves unraveling secrets and solving a central enigma that drives the plot forward.
• Historical Fiction — The setting and context reflect a specific historical period, providing a backdrop that influences the story.

Tags

Adventure · Romance · Wildlife · Survival · Nature · Tragedy · Loss · Grief · Love · Relationships · Family · Friendship

Contents

• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER VI
• CHAPTER VII
• CHAPTER VIII
• CHAPTER IX
• CHAPTER X
• CHAPTER XI
• CHAPTER XII
• CHAPTER XIII
• CHAPTER XIV
• CHAPTER XV
• CHAPTER XVI
• CHAPTER XVII
• CHAPTER XVIII
• CHAPTER XIX
• CHAPTER XX
• CHAPTER XXI
• CHAPTER XXII
• CHAPTER XXIII
• CHAPTER XXIV
• CHAPTER XXV
• CHAPTER XXVI

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• Thomas Jefferson Brown (1927)
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• The Yellow-Back (1915)
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• L'Ange (1926)
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