Northern Diamonds: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Northern Diamonds is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Pollock, Frank Lillie (1876–1957).
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"Northern Diamonds" by Frank Lillie Pollock is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows three young adventurers—Fred Osborne, Maurice Stark, and Peter Macgregor—as they embark on a daring expedition through the Canadian wilderness in search of a missing prospector who may have discovered diamond fields. Set against a backdrop of icy landscapes and imbued with themes of friendship and perseverance, the book promises an exciting journey filled with danger and the pursuit of fortune. The opening of the narrative introduces Fred Osborne, who is approached at midnight by his friends, who relay a thrilling tale about a prospector who may have discovered diamonds and is in need of rescue. This sets the stage for their ambitious plan to skate over a frozen landscape for more than a hundred miles to potentially save his life and secure their fortunes. As Fred prepares for the expedition, anticipation runs high, foreshadowing an adventure laden with challenges and the risk of failure as they venture into the treacherous Northern wilderness. The first chapter immerses readers in a mix of excitement and apprehension, hinting at both thrills and perils ahead.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Northern Diamonds
- Author credits: Pollock, Frank Lillie (1876–1957)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- Canada -- Juvenile fiction
- Diamond mines and mining -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Novels
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