The Enchanted Canyon: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Enchanted Canyon is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Morrow, Honoré (1880–1940).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Enchanted Canyon" by Honoré Willsie Morrow is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young boy, Enoch Huntingdon (nicknamed Nucky), who finds himself entangled in a life of crime and gambling in the gritty streets of New York's slums. As the narrative unfolds, Enoch's path crosses with that of Mr. Seaton, a lawyer who aims to guide him away from his troubled past towards a more hopeful future amidst the beauty of the Grand Canyon. At the start of the story, we are introduced to Nucky as a troubled adolescent, described as growing up in poverty and surrounded by unscrupulous influences, including his connection to a gang led by the Italian ragpicker, Luigi. After a series of encounters with law enforcement and his struggle for survival in a harsh environment, Nucky is taken under the wing of Mr. Seaton, who seeks to provide him with guidance and a fresh start. They embark on a journey to the Grand Canyon, where Nucky confronts both his fears and his identity, challenging the narrative of his own worth and the legacy of his past. The beginning sets the stage for a transformative journey that juxtaposes the rugged beauty of the canyon with the boy's internal struggles, reflecting themes of redemption and self-discovery.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Enchanted Canyon
- Author credits: Morrow, Honoré (1880–1940)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Arizona -- Fiction
- Grand Canyon (Ariz.) -- Fiction
- Western stories
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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