The Heart of Unaga by Ridgwell Cullum
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"The Heart of Unaga" by Ridgwell Cullum is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Steve Allenwood, an inspector patrolling an expansive region in the Canadian North, as he embarks on a perilous journey into the wilderness of Unaga after receiving news of two white men’s murder. Along the way, the narrative explores the bonds between Steve and his Indian companions, Julyman and Oolak, as well as the
complexities of his relationship with his wife Nita, who struggles with the isolation and hardships of life in the wilderness. The opening of the book establishes a tense atmosphere, as characters share stories around a campfire under the stars. The dialogue between Steve and his Indian companions reflects cultural differences and builds camaraderie, while also hinting at the underlying tension in Steve's domestic life. The narrative transitions to Steve’s concerns about leaving his wife and newborn daughter while he undertakes his daunting mission, showcasing his dedication to duty despite the personal sacrifices it entails. Steve’s relationship with Nita is depicted as complicated, revealing her discontent with the harsh realities of their life together, setting the stage for conflicts yet to come in this high-stakes adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Cullum, Ridgwell, 1867-1943 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Heart of Unaga |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Canada -- Fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23662 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-23662-9 |
| Release Date | Nov 30, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 14, 2009 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 276 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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