Carmen's Messenger

Name: Carmen's Messenger
Author: Harold Bindloss

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The narrative follows a young man who moves through a frontier Ontario town and its surrounding wilderness, becoming entangled in a sequence of adventures that include train travel, a missing person and a deceptive trail. Encounters with local workers, poachers and a mill-owner lead to complications involving letters, a packet, and conflicting accounts that propel searches and investigations. Episodes range from tense pursuits on icy tracks and a hazardous log bridge to revelations about a mine and the motives of a real-estate agent. The story resolves through the gradual unravelling of misunderstandings and the repair of strained relationships among the principal characters.

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Harold Bindloss

Harold Bindloss was a Canadian author known for his adventure novels set in the Canadian wilderness and the American West. His works often explore themes of love, honor, and the challenges of frontier life. Bindloss's storytelling is characterized by vivid descriptions of the landscapes and the struggles of his characters against nature and societal expectations. Among his notable works is "Alton of Somasco: A Romance of the Great Northwest," which exemplifies his ability to weave romance and adventure into compelling narratives. With a prolific output of 46 titles, Bindloss contributed significantly to early 20th-century literature, capturing the spirit of exploration and the complexities of human relationships.

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