The story revolves around a group of poachers who target salmon in the border region between two countries. The narrative explores themes of greed, corruption, and the consequences of unchecked exploitation of natural resources. The protagonist, a young man from one of the countries, becomes embroiled in the conflict when he is forced to choose between his loyalty to his family's traditions and his growing sense of morality.
By John Lang · First published 1883 · Genre: Non-fiction, Nature Writing, Humor