The ice goes out: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The ice goes out is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Pierce, Frank Richardson (1881–1966).
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"The Ice Goes Out" by Frank Richardson Pierce is a short story published in the late 1920s. It is set in the northern territory of Alaska and revolves around the annual event known as the ice pool, which celebrates the dramatic melting of winter ice and marks the beginning of spring in the region. The narrative explores themes of hope, luck, and the tension between honest men and crooks, capturing the spirit of a community drawn together by their shared anticipation of the ice's break-up. The story follows Mack Leach, a determined prospector who believes this year is his chance to win the ice pool by cleverly planning a robbery of Con Welch's store. However, after the heist, the ice begins to break, leading to a chaotic chase where the crooks try to escape from the law even as the powerful river threatens to engulf them. The narrative culminates in a dramatic and suspenseful scene where the inevitable force of nature claims its victims, leaving the fate of the gold and its would-be winners uncertain. Ultimately, the story highlights the unpredictability of life and fortune, as it is revealed that Leach won the pool, but not without significant cost and loss.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The ice goes out
- Author credits: Pierce, Frank Richardson (1881–1966)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Alaska -- Fiction
- Burglary -- Fiction
- Short stories
- Sweepstakes -- Fiction
- Thawing -- Fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Short Stories
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