Thyra: a Romance of the Polar Pit

Name: Thyra: a Romance of the Polar Pit
Author: Robert Ames Bennet

Thyra: A Romance of the Polar Pit is a thrilling adventure novel set in the frozen Arctic. It follows the story of Thyra, a young woman who is the sole survivor of a shipwreck in the icy waters of the Arctic Ocean. She is rescued by a mysterious stranger, who takes her to a hidden valley deep in the frozen north. There, she discovers a strange and dangerous world, populated by strange creatures and ruled by a powerful and mysterious figure known as the White Witch. Thyra must use her courage and wits to survive in this hostile environment, and to uncover the secrets of the White Witch. Along the way, she meets a variety of strange and wonderful characters, including a giant polar bear, a talking raven, and a mysterious old man. As she unravels the mysteries of the White Witch, Thyra discovers a powerful and ancient magic that could save her people from destruction. Thyra: A Romance of the Polar Pit is a thrilling and exciting adventure story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With its unique setting and characters, it is sure to captivate readers of all ages.

By Robert Ames Bennet · First published 1901 · Genre: Romance, Adventure, Fantasy · 22 chapters · 66,132 words

First lines

Ice--ice on every side, north and south, east and west, as far the eye can see--not the broad, level floes of the Arctic Circle, with here and there a majestic berg towering skyward like some gigantic crystal cathedral, but a vast stretch of ponderous floe-bergs, ridged with jagged hummocks, their broken surface covered with snow, fast turning to slush under the blaze of the six months' sun. Here and there a narrow blue lane winds through the frozen wilderness, widening in places, closing in places, as the fragments of the great pack, separated by the spring break-up, drift south across the Polar Basin.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Robert Ames Bennet
Date: 1901 CE
Language: English
Genres: Romance, Adventure, Fantasy, Historical Fiction
Length: 66,132 words
Structure: 22 chapters, 2,405 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Romance — The title of the book includes the word 'Romance', indicating that this is the primary genre of the book.
Adventure — The book is set in the Polar Pit, suggesting that the story will involve an adventurous journey.
Fantasy — The Polar Pit is a mythical location, suggesting that the story will involve elements of fantasy.
Historical Fiction — The book is set in a specific time period, suggesting that the story will involve elements of historical fiction.