The Grizzly King (eBook)
127 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654700951-1 (EAN)
James Oliver Curwood (1878–1927) was an American novelist and conservationist whose literary contributions fall chiefly within the action-adventure and nature genres. Born in Owosso, Michigan, Curwood developed an early fondness for the wilderness, which profoundly influenced his writing and outlook on life. Transitioning from journalism to fiction, he began crafting stories that often placed his characters against the backdrop of the natural world. 'The Grizzly King,' a notable example of his work, reflects Curwood's deep appreciation for wildlife, telling the tale of a mighty grizzly bear and the hunter who relentlessly pursues it. The novel, emblematic of Curwood's literary style, explores themes of respect for nature and animal life, presaging modern environmentalist sentiments. Curwood's body of work, which was exceptionally popular in his time, included more than thirty novels and numerous short stories. His writing was characterized by vivid descriptions and a narrative pace that conveyed the excitement and danger of wild landscapes. Curwood's affinity for outdoor adventure not only shaped his literary pursuits but also his personal life; he undertook several expeditions to the Canadian Northwest, which informed his authentic portrayals of the wilderness. He was also an early advocate for environmental conservation, a legacy which has endured beyond his literary fame. His works have captured the imagination of successive generations and remain a testament to his enduring passion for the natural world.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 17.5.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Spielen / Lernen ► Abenteuer / Spielgeschichten |
Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Zoologie | |
Schlagworte | Action-Adventure • adventure tales for young adults • animal adventure stories • A place to call home • Bear cub friendship • Canadian wilderness adventure • coming of age wilderness journey • Conservationist themes • early 20th century adventure novels • Ernest Hemingway • Great White North setting • Grizzly Bear • Grizzly Killer • hatchet • Historical Adventure Fiction • Hunting escapade • Inspired by Canadian northwest • Into the wild • James Oliver Curwood classics • Jungle Book • Life of Pie • nature-based action stories • outdoor exploration literature • Return of the Coyote • teen wildlife encounters novels • The Call of the Wild • Touching Spirit Bear • Wilderness adventure writer • wilderness survival • wilderness survival fiction |
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