The Vagrants of the Barren by Charles G.D. Roberts
Back in May, John of The Book Mine Set reviewed this story. His review made me curious to read the story which, I put on the back burner until now.
Pete Noel was asleep in his cabin in the middle of the woods but was awoke by a fire.
"As he leaped out in desperate flight, he had snatched with him not only blankets, but his rifle and cartridge-belt, and also his larrigans and great blanket coat. He had been sleeping, according to custom, almost fully clothed."
This is an fast paced story but not quite the usual for a survival story. Pete was able to stay completely calm , while most of us would panic. Mr. Roberts writing is very fresh and descriptive, it flowed oh, so smoothly. This is much more than a story of a man's survival.
About Charles G.D. Roberts: January 10, 1860 – November 26, 1943. Born in New Brunswick, Canada. Canadian author, known as the "father of Canadian Poetry."
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I'd have panicked and run half naked into the frozen night, I'm sure.
John Mutford said... October 5, 2010 at 5:38 AM
Me too, John!
Teddy Rose said... October 5, 2010 at 10:57 AM
Pris, thanks for following. I'm glad you enjoy So Many Precious Books.
Teddy Rose said... October 5, 2010 at 4:45 PM
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