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1) Kazan
American writer and early environmental activist James Oliver Curwood grew up as an avid sportsman, but later parlayed his love of the outdoors into staunch support of the burgeoning conservation movement. The novel Kazan centers on a remarkable pup—part dog and part wolf—and his adventures in civilization and the wild.
Born in a rural community deep in the wilds of Michigan's forested hills, James Oliver Curwood lived the life of an outdoorsman from a very young age. Over time, however, his love of the outdoors led him to adopt a more conservative stance, and he gradually emerged as an important early figure in the environmental movement. This evolution can be seen in The Wolf Hunters, which pairs classic outdoor action and adventure with a deeper philosophical
...This gem from action-adventure writer James Oliver Curwood pairs white-hot romance with the white-knuckle drama of fighting crime. Will the always-honorable police sergeant David Carrigan survive his deadly beat long enough to live happily ever after with his beloved Jeanne-Marie?
Get set for pulse-pounding adventure in the far northern wilds of Canada in James Oliver Curwood's The Gold Hunters. The motley trio of explorers who first were introduced in the earlier Curwood novel The Wolf Hunters come together again in this gripping sequel. Will they fulfill their dreams of striking it rich this time around?
James Oliver Curwood was a pioneering figure in the action-adventure genre. Over the course of his career, he penned dozens of novels and stories that detailed the exploits of rugged outlaws and misfits who roamed the foreboding woods of northern Canada. In The Hunted Woman, a beautiful lass finds herself at the center of a raging feud.
Many of James Oliver Curwood's action-adventure novels follow intrepid explorers who are equal parts foolish and brave as they make their way in the wilds of northern Canada. In The Courage of Marge O'Doone, a chance encounter on a train turns into the adventure of a lifetime for two audacious souls. Will the pair be able to make it back alive?
James Oliver Curwood was one of the highest-paid writers of his time, and many of the action-adventure scribe's books were made into films during the early age of movie-making. The Golden Snare is a gripping tale that pits a rookie member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police against a shadowy fugitive whose preternatural ability to survive in the wild makes him a formidable opponent.
Immerse yourself in the romance of frontier living. The novel Isobel follows the rocky love affair between the title character and her soul mate, a Canadian Mountie who risks his life to rescue her when things go horribly awry. Packed with action, this is a quick and rewarding read for fans of the great outdoors.
The basis for several memorable film adaptations, Nomads of the North is a gripping action-adventure tale that offers readers a heady blend of misbegotten love, crossed wires, daring getaways, and courageous deeds. Will recently reunited lovers Raoul and Nanette make it as fugitives living in the harsh Northern forest? Read Nomads of the North to find out.
10) The River's End
In this pulse-racing thriller from famed action-adventure writer James Oliver Curwood, a man who has been accused of a horrific offense under mysterious circumstances is given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to clear his name as a result of a bizarre series of coincidences. Fans of outdoor adventure novels will love The River's End.
11) The Danger Trail
When an up-and-coming engineer based in Chicago is given the opportunity to collaborate on a major construction project in northern Canada, he sees it as the chance of a lifetime. But even aside from the natural perils of the frosty, foreboding region, there is intrigue and drama looming in the shadowy forests encircling the Hudson Bay. The Danger Trail is sure to enthrall readers looking for a thrilling story to fall into.
Looking for a fast-paced action-adventure thriller that you won't be able to put down? Try The Courage of Captain Plum, from the pen of one of the masters of the genre, James Oliver Curwood. With a stunning climax during which a single man is forced to fend off an entire battalion of bloodthirsty enemies, this action-packed tale won't disappoint.
Early environmentalist and nature writer James Oliver Curwood wrote a number of popular novels that focus on animals and even explore the world from their perspective. The Grizzly King centers on the majestic grizzly bear and the hunters that doggedly pursue it. The novel is a must-read for nature lovers and fans of authors like Jack London.
In the wilds of far northern Canada, the civilizing forces of the law are sometimes difficult to detect. In God's Country and the Woman, the Adare family finds itself under siege, helpless against the attacks of a band of outlaws, not to mention the ever-escalating feud between the warring kingpins of the local lumber industry.
This adventure-packed romp is chock-full of the classic elements that made James Oliver Curwood one of the world's most popular writers in the early twentieth century. The protagonist, Sergeant Kent, is a Canadian Mountie known for his world-class trapping skills. Torn between loyalty to a friend and love for famous beauty Marette, Kent is forced into action. Come along for the ride and imagine frontier life on the range in The Valley of Silent
...Though he grew up in the lap of luxury, adventurous aristocrat Philip Steele is driven to do more with his life than dedicate it to hedonistic leisure. Looking for a way to serve his country, he conceals his identity and volunteers for a post in the renowned Royal Northwest Mounted Police.
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