The river: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The river is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Aiken, Ednah (1872–1960).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The River" by Ednah Aiken is a novel written in the early 20th century. This engaging story unfolds in the American Southwest and primarily follows the life of K. C. Rickard, an engineer who has recently relocated to Tucson. The narrative captivates readers with themes of ambition, loyalty, and the struggles associated with controlling nature, particularly through the problematic diversion of the Colorado River. At the start of the narrative, Rickard arrives at the office of Tod Marshall, a key figure in Arizona politics and business. Dressed sharply for the Tucson climate, Rickard is immediately perceived as an outsider by the other office employees. As he waits for Marshall, he reflects on his journey from a respectable engineering position to working in a politically charged environment, and he is soon drawn into the challenging task of managing the Colorado River, an undertaking fraught with difficulty and potential failure. The opening chapters introduce a cast of characters, including the enigmatic Marshall and the flawed but earnest Tom Hardin, setting the stage for a tale of redemption and the trials of navigating complex relationships in a fiercely competitive landscape.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The river
- Author credits: Aiken, Ednah (1872–1960)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- California -- Fiction
- Colorado River (Colo.-Mexico) -- Fiction
- Imperial Valley (Calif. and Mexico) -- Fiction
- Irrigation -- California -- Fiction
- Water rights -- California -- Fiction
- Water-supply -- California -- Fiction
- Western stories
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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