The Triumph of John Kars (eBook)

A Story of the Yukon

Ridgwell Cullum (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
266 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654735351-5 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Triumph of John Kars," Ridgwell Cullum crafts a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of the Canadian wilderness in the late 19th century. This adventure novel combines rich descriptive prose with a compelling plot, unfolding the journey of John Kars, a man emboldened by aspiration and implicitly driven by themes of resilience and redemption. Cullum's adept use of local color and vivid imagery invites readers into a rugged landscape filled with challenges that mirror Kars' internal struggles, positioning this work firmly within the tradition of frontier literature while reflecting the complexities of human emotion and ambition. Ridgwell Cullum, an esteemed author of early 20th-century fiction, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a settler and adventurer in Canada. His intimate knowledge of the terrain and the lives of the people therein provides authenticity to Kars' story, illustrating Cullum's deep appreciation for the natural world and the relentless spirit required to thrive within it. His literary background, influenced by the likes of Arthur Conan Doyle and Jack London, further enriches his characterizations and thematic explorations. I highly recommend "The Triumph of John Kars" to readers who are captivated by tales of perseverance, adventure, and the human spirit's capacity to triumph against formidable odds. This novel not only entertains but also resonates with anyone seeking insight into the enduring struggles and triumphs of life in a harsh yet beautiful environment.

Autor

Ridgwell Cullum, born Sidney Groves Burghard in 1867, was a British author of adventure fiction, predominantly set within the American Wild West, depicting the rugged frontier landscape as a backdrop for his tales of heroism, struggle, and determination. Although relatively obscure today, Cullum was prolific in the early 20th century, with 'The Triumph of John Kars' as a notable work in his Western canon. This novel showcased his literary style, often characterized by a sweeping narrative, vivid descriptions, and moral complexity. Cullum's storytelling was propelled by an understanding of the human psyche and its endurance against formidable odds, a theme prevalent throughout his bibliography. This was a style that resonated well with his readers who sought escapism and adventure during an era of great social and technological change. After migrating to the United States in the 1890s, Cullum's lifelong experiences and observations of the New World helped to authenticate the spirit of frontier life that seeped into his writing. Despite falling into the shadow of his contemporaries and subsequently fading from popular literary discourse, his work remains a testament to a genre that shaped the mythos of the American West. The breadth of Cullum's work, which includes over 30 novels, continues to be studied for its contribution to early 20th-century Western literature (Kaye, 2005).

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror
• Schlagworte: 20th-century adventure • adventure fiction readers • American Frontier • British authors adventure stories • Canadian wilderness adventure • character-driven narrative • Classic struggle • classic western novels • early 20th century journey • early 20th century literature • English literature • Fiction • Frontier Literature • gripping action scenes • historical adventure tales • historical fiction • human endurance • human spirit resilience • literary works of Ridgwell Cullum • Nature exploration tale • old western frontier narratives • public domain fiction classics • Ridgwell Cullum novels • rugged landscapes • survival fiction novel • The Triumph of John Kars book • Triumph over Adversity • untamed landscape survival • vintage adventure fiction • Vivid descriptive prose • Wild North America • Yukon adventure • Yukon and Alaska • Yukon River Valley