A Night in the Snow / or, A Struggle for Life

Name: A Night in the Snow / or, A Struggle for Life
Author: E. Donald Carr

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About This Book

A parish clergyman recounts becoming lost on a remote high moor during a sudden snowstorm and surviving an extraordinary night and the following day. He combines a close depiction of the Long Mynd’s terrain, weather, and local place names with a step-by-step narrative of his wanderings, shelter-seeking, and endurance, and reflects on parish duties, local customs, and minor practical details that shaped his ordeal. The account emphasizes landscape, practical survival measures, and the small facts that determined the outcome.

About the Author

E. Donald Carr

E. Donald Carr is an author known for his work in the adventure genre, particularly for his novel "A Night in the Snow / or, A Struggle for Life." This work explores themes of survival and resilience in the face of harsh conditions, showcasing Carr's ability to engage readers with gripping narratives. While not widely recognized in contemporary literature, his contributions reflect a period of storytelling that emphasizes human endurance and the challenges of nature.