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The Sky Line of Spruce   By: (1894-1967)

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In "The Sky Line of Spruce" by Edison Marshall, readers are transported back in time to the rugged northwest of the United States during the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of the logging industry, Marshall weaves a captivating tale of adventure, love, and the relentless pursuit of dreams.

The story follows the life of David McMillan, a young man who ventures to the northwest in search of a better life, leaving behind his comfortable existence in the East. With his natural charm and ambition, David quickly finds himself working in the logging camps, where he becomes enamored with the awe-inspiring beauty of the spruce forests that dominate the landscape.

Marshall's vivid descriptions bring the untamed wilderness to life, inviting readers to experience the vastness and grandeur of the Pacific Northwest. The scenic portrayal of towering trees, majestic mountains, and roaring rivers creates a vivid visual backdrop that enhances the overall reading experience.

As David becomes more deeply entrenched in the logging industry, he forms close bonds with a cast of diverse characters, from hardened loggers to Native Americans struggling to preserve their way of life. Marshall expertly delves into their personal stories, exploring the complexities of human relationships, societal conflicts, and the clash between progress and tradition.

One of the highlights of this novel is the well-crafted romance between David and the spirited Native American woman, Mahtai. Their love blossoms amidst the dangers of the logging camps, their connection serving as a powerful force that transcends cultural differences and prejudices. Marshall not only depicts their bond with sensitivity but also addresses the challenges they face in a realistic manner, amplifying the emotional stakes of their relationship.

"The Sky Line of Spruce" is a powerful exploration of the human spirit and its quest for purpose and identity. Through David's journey, readers are prompted to reflect on their own ambitions and the sacrifices necessary to achieve them. Marshall's prose is both poetic and evocative, capturing the essence of the human condition and the vitality of the natural world.

Although the pacing of the novel can be slow at times, the wealth of historical detail and the authenticity of the setting compensate for any minor lulls in the narrative. Readers who enjoy immersive historical fiction, rife with wilderness adventure and emotional depth, will find "The Sky Line of Spruce" to be a rewarding and thought-provoking read.

In conclusion, Edison Marshall's "The Sky Line of Spruce" is a captivating blend of history, romance, and adventure that transports readers to a time when the Northwest was an untamed frontier. With its richly drawn characters, stunning descriptions, and profound insights, this novel is a testament to the enduring power of dreams and the indomitable spirit of humanity.

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[Illustration: He was leaning forward, aware of nothing in the world but the forthcoming crisis. FRONTISPIECE.]

THE SKY LINE OF SPRUCE

By EDISON MARSHALL

AUTHOR OF

"The Voice of the Pack," "The Strength of the Pines," "The Snowshoe Trail," "Shepherds of the Wild," etc.

1922

CONTENTS

PART ONE THE WAKENING

PART TWO THE WOLF MAN

PART THREE THE TAMING

PART ONE

THE WAKENING

I

The convict gang had a pleasant place to work to day. Their road building had taken them some miles from the scattered outskirts of Walla Walla, among fields green with growing barley. The air was fresh and sweet; the Western meadow larks, newly come, seemed in imminent danger of splitting their own throats through the exuberance of their song. Even the steel rails of the Northern Pacific, running parallel to the stretch of new road, gleamed pleasantly in the spring sun.

The convicts themselves were in a genial mood, easily moved to wide grins; and with a single exception they looked much like any other road gang at work anywhere in the land. An expert might have recognized purely criminal types among them: to a layman they suggested merely the lower grades of unskilled labor... Continue reading book >>




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