Jack in the Rockies: A Boy's Adventures with a Pack Train: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Jack in the Rockies: A Boy's Adventures with a Pack Train: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Jack in the Rockies: A Boy's Adventures with a Pack Train is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Grinnell, George Bird (1849–1938).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Jack in the Rockies: A Boy's Adventures with a Pack Train" by George Bird Grinnell is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young boy named Jack Danvers, who embarks on a journey through the western United States, specifically the Rocky Mountains, alongside his mentor, Hugh Johnson. The narrative captures their experiences with the landscape, wildlife, and local Indigenous tribes, illustrating both the beauty and challenges of frontier life during that era. The opening of the book sets the stage for Jack and Hugh’s adventure as they navigate a river on a steamboat, moving toward their destination, Fort Benton. Jack reflects on his previous experiences with the Piegan tribe and his eagerness to reconnect with nature. The narrative introduces significant historical context by mentioning the challenges faced by Native Americans, such as disease due to contact with Europeans. Additionally, interactions between Jack and various characters aboard the steamboat provide insight into the dynamic and rugged life of the plains, foreshadowing the adventures and encounters awaiting them as they delve deeper into the Rockies.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Jack in the Rockies: A Boy's Adventures with a Pack Train
- Author credits: Grinnell, George Bird (1849–1938)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.) -- Juvenile fiction
- Overland journeys to the Pacific -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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