Hopeaparvi: Seikkailuromaani by Rex Beach
"Hopeaparvi: Seikkailuromaani" by Rex Beach is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story immerses readers in the rugged and frigid landscape of a remote fishing town called Kalvik, where two weary travelers, Fraser and Emerson, encounter a series of challenges while traversing the harsh winter terrain. The narrative begins to explore themes of survival, camaraderie, and the unexpected kindness found amidst adversity, particularly as the characters navigate their way
to safety. The opening of the book introduces the two main characters, known as "Sormeton" Fraser and Boyd Emerson, as they are undertaking a difficult journey through the snow-covered wilderness. Battling fatigue and bleak weather, they propose clever banter and discussions of food, revealing their personalities in the midst of trying circumstances. Their situation turns dire when they unexpectedly fall through thin ice, prompting a rescue by a mysterious figure, adding an air of intrigue and hinting at further adventures. This first chapter effectively sets the stage for a tale rich with adventure and human connection against a backdrop of both natural beauty and danger. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Beach, Rex, 1877-1949 |
|---|---|
| Uniform Title | The silver horde. Finnish |
| Title | Hopeaparvi: Seikkailuromaani |
| Credits | Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 41.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Alaska -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62245 |
| Release Date | May 27, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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