"Flower of the North: A Modern Romance" by James Oliver Curwood is a novel that presents a tale of romance, survival, and inner conflict within the harsh Canadian wilderness. The story revolves around Gregson and Philip Whittemore, connected by a shared history, as they confront the challenges of the wild while battling their own personal issues. The narrative kicks off in a secluded cabin, where Gregson's vivid description of a captivating woman ignites memories and dialogues about beauty and past adventures. Philip then shifts the tone, revealing the serious purpose behind their journey into the wilderness: a dangerous situation threatening their lives and plans, influenced by mysterious powers. Their planning and recollections hint at future conflicts, including external threats and the complications of love, particularly with the imminent arrival of Eileen Brokaw, the daughter of Philip's business associate. The novel sets the stage for a romantic story blended with intrigue and adventure.
Flower of the North: A Modern Romance
By James Oliver Curwood
In the untamed north, two men face treacherous landscapes, hidden dangers, and the unexpected arrival of a woman who will test their bonds and ignite a battle for survival and love.
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About the AuthorJames Oliver Curwood was an American action-adventure writer and conservationist. His books were often based on adventures set in the Hudson Bay area, the Yukon or Alaska and ranked among the top-ten best sellers in the United States in the early and mid 1920s, according to Publishers Weekly. At least one hundred and eighty motion pictures have been based on or directly inspired by his novels and short stories; one was produced in three versions from 1919 to 1953. At the time of his death, Curwood was the highest paid author in the world.
James Oliver Curwood was an American action-adventure writer and conservationist. His books were often based on adventures set in the Hudson Bay area, the Yukon or Alaska and ranked among the top-ten best sellers in the United States in the early and mid 1920s, according to Publishers Weekly. At least one hundred and eighty motion pictures have been based on or directly inspired by his novels and short stories; one was produced in three versions from 1919 to 1953. At the time of his death, Curwood was the highest paid author in the world.
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