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The Greater Power

By Harold Bindloss
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A near-frozen, penniless man is rescued in a remote coniferous forest and nursed back to health at a rough ranch, where his recovery leads to gradual adaptation to bush life and work. The narrative follows his growing ties to the ranch family, seasonal hazards such as floods and a broken dam, and practical enterprises involving logging, timber rights, and machinery like a derrick. Conflicting schemes, moral obligations, and the community’s resource struggles build toward a decisive, violent encounter, while themes of survival, practical ingenuity, and responsibility in an unforgiving wilderness are steadily developed.

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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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