The Hound From The North

"The Hound From The North" by Ridgwell Cullum is a story set in the frigid Rocky Mountains during the early 1900s. The novel follows a traveler struggling to survive in the harsh, snow-covered wilderness. Facing starvation and bitter cold, his fate changes when he crosses paths with a band of fur-clothed Eskimos who rescue him from near death. This rescue highlights the contrast between the deadly environment and the spark of hope offered by these unexpected allies, establishing a theme of resilience and survival against formidable odds and indicating the trials to come.