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This novel is a gripping portrayal of life in New York City, from the glamorous high society to the gritty underworld of crime and corruption.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Oh Shoot! is a humorous and engaging account of Rex Beach's adventures as a sportsman and a hunter. It features a collection of stories that are both entertaining and insightful, as Beach ponders the mysteries of nature and the human psyche. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves the outdoors and the thrill of the hunt.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This gripping and emotionally charged novel tells the story of a young man struggling to find his place in the world. Set against the backdrop of the Alaskan wilderness, it follows the fortunes of a complex and fascinating protagonist as he confronts challenges both internal and external, and grapples with issues of identity, purpose, and belonging. A timeless tale of self-discovery and human resilience that will resonate with readers of all ages.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

""Going Some: A Romance Of Strenuous Affection"" is a novel by Rex Beach that is based on the play of the same name. The story follows the romantic adventures of a young man named Jack Merrill, who is determined to win the heart of his childhood sweetheart, Mary Thorne. However, Jack soon finds himself caught up in a series of exciting and dangerous events, including a high-stakes horse race and a daring rescue mission. Along the way, he must confront his own fears and insecurities, as well as the rivalries and jealousies of those around him. With its thrilling plot and vivid characters, ""Going Some"" is an exciting and entertaining tale of love, adventure, and personal growth.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The trail to Kalvik leads down from the northward mountains over the tundra which flanks the tide flats, then creeps out upon the salt ice of the river and across to the village. It boasts no travel in summer, but by winter an occasional toil-worn traveller may be seen issuing forth from the Great Country beyond, bound for the open water; while once in thirty days the mail-team whirls out of the forest to the south, pauses one night to leave word of the world, and then is swallowed up in the silent hills. Kalvik, to be sure, is not much of a place, being hidden away from the main-travelled routes to the interior and wholly unknown except to those interested in the fisheries. A Greek church, a Russian school with a cassocked priest presiding, and, about a hundred houses, beside the cannery buildings, make up the village. At first glance these canneries might convey the impression of a considerable city, for there are ten plants, in all, scattered along several miles of the river-bank; but in winter they stand empty and still, their great roofs drummed upon by the fierce Arctic storms, their high stacks pointing skyward like long, frozen fingers black with frost. There are the natives, of course, but they do not count, concealed as they are in burrows. No one knows their number, not even the priest who gathers toll from them.

About the Author Rex Ellingwood Beach (September 1, 1877 - December 7, 1949) was an American novelist, playwright, and Olympic water polo player.Rex Beach was born in Atwood, Michigan but moved to Tampa, Florida with his family where his father was growing fruit trees. Beach was educated at Rollins College, Florida (1891-6), the Chicago College of Law (1896-7), and Kent College of Law, Chicago (1899-1900).In 1900 he was drawn to Alaska at the time of the Klondike Gold Rush.After five years of unsuccessful prospecting, he turned to writing. -Wikipedia

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Mr. William Hyde was discharged from Deer Lodge Penitentiary a changed man. That was quite in line with the accepted theory of criminal jurisprudence, the warden's discipline, and the chaplain's prayers. Yes, Mr. Hyde was changed, and the change had bitten deep; his humorous contempt for the law had turned to abiding hatred; his sunburned cheeks were pallid, his lungs were weak, and he coughed considerably.

The Iron Trail by Rex Beach is a thrilling adventure novel set in the Alaskan wilderness during the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 19th century. The story follows the exploits of a young mining engineer named James Kent, who is sent to Alaska to investigate a series of accidents that have been plaguing the construction of a new railroad line. Along the way, Kent encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a ruthless railroad baron, a beautiful and mysterious woman, and a group of hardened prospectors. As he delves deeper into the mystery, Kent finds himself embroiled in a dangerous game of greed, betrayal, and violence, where the stakes are high and the consequences are deadly. With its vivid descriptions of the rugged Alaskan landscape and its fast-paced plot full of twists and turns, The Iron Trail is a classic adventure story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.He cursed aloud and made his way down the sloping deck to the square iron door, or port, through which he had loaded them. But he found that it was jammed, or held fast by the pressure outside, and after a few moments' work in water above his knees he climbed to the starboard side. Here the entrance was obstructed by a huge pile of baled hay and grain in sacks. It would be no easy task to clear it away, and he fell to work with desperate energy, for the ship was slowly changing her level.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

With an ostentatious flourish Mr. "Lucky" Broad placed a crisp ten-dollar bill in an eager palm outstretched across his folding-table. "The gentleman wins and the gambler loses!" Mr. Broad proclaimed to the world. "The eye is quicker than the hand, and the dealer's moans is music to the stranger's ear." With practised touch he rearranged the three worn walnut-shells which constituted his stock in trade. Beneath one of them he deftly concealed a pellet about the size of a five-grain allopathic pill. It was the erratic behavior of this tiny ball, its mysterious comings and goings, that had summoned Mr. Broad's audience and now held its observant interest. This audience, composed of roughly dressed men, listened attentively to the seductive monologue which accompanied the dealer's deft manipulations, and was greatly entertained thereby. "Three tiny tepees in a row and a little black medicine-man inside." The speaker's voice was high-pitched and it carried like a "thirtythirty." "You see him walk in, you open the door, and-you double your money. Awfully simple! Simpully awful! What? As I live! The gentleman wins ten more-ten silver-tongued song-birds, ten messengers of mirth-the price of a hard day's toil. Take it, sir, and may it make a better and a stronger man of you. Times are good and I spend my money free. I made it packin' grub to Linderman, four bits a pound, but-easy come, easy go. Now then, who's next? You've seen me work. I couldn't baffle a sore-eyed Siwash with snow-glasses."

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"The Barrier" is a thrilling adventure novel written by Rex Beach that takes readers on a captivating journey to the untamed wilderness of Alaska. Set during the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century, the story follows the lives of Chet Ballantine and his partner Neil Bonner, who venture into the treacherous Yukon Territory in search of fortune and adventure. As Chet and Neil face the harsh realities of the unforgiving Alaskan wilderness, they encounter a myriad of challenges, including dangerous rapids, hostile indigenous tribes, and the brutal forces of nature. The novel delves into themes of survival, perseverance, and the indomitable human spirit. Rex Beach's vivid descriptions transport readers to the rugged landscapes of Alaska, capturing the beauty and brutality of the region. With its gripping narrative, memorable characters, and exploration of the human will to overcome adversity, "The Barrier" stands as a testament to the allure and dangers of the Klondike Gold Rush era.

Glenister gazed out over the harbor, agleam with the lights of anchored ships, then up at the crenelated mountains, black against the sky. He drank the cool air burdened with its taints of the sea, while the blood of his boyhood leaped within him. "Oh, it's fine-fine," he murmured, "and this is my country-my country, after all, Dex. It's in my veins, this hunger for the North. I grow. I expand."

The Net begins: The train from Palermo was late. Already long, shadowy fingers were reaching down the valleys across which the railroad track meandered. Far to the left, out of an opalescent sea, rose the fairy-like Lipari Islands, and in the farthest distance Stromboli lifted its smoking cone above the horizon. On the landward side of the train, as it reeled and squealed along its tortuous course, were gray and gold Sicilian villages perched high against the hills or drowsing among fields of artichoke and sumac and prickly pear. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.

The ship stole through the darkness with extremest caution, feeling her way past bay and promontory. Around her was none of that phosphorescent glow which lies above the open ocean, even on the darkest night, for the mountains ran down to the channel on either side. In places they overhung, and where they lay upturned against the dim sky it could be seen that they were mantled with heavy timber. All day long the NEBRASKA had made her way through an endless succession of straits and sounds, now squeezing through an inlet so narrow that the somber spruce trees seemed to be within a short stone's-throw, again plowing across some open reach where the pulse of the north Pacific could be felt. Out through the openings to seaward stretched the restless ocean, on across uncounted leagues, to Saghalien and the rim of Russia's prison-yard.

Many men were in debt to the trader at Flambeau, and many counted him as a friend. The latter never reasoned why, except that he had done them favors, and in the North that counts for much. Perhaps they built likewise upon the fact that he was ever the same to all, and that, in days of plenty or in times of famine, his store was open to every man, and all received the same measure. Nor did he raise his prices when the boats were late.

In all probability your first view of the valley of the Yumuri will be from the Hermitage of Montserrate, for it is there that the cocheros drive you. Up the winding road they take you, with the bay at your back and the gorge at your right, to the crest of a narrow ridge where the chapel stands. Once there, you overlook the fairest sight in all Christendom-"the loveliest valley in the world," as Humboldt called it-for the Yumuri nestles right at your feet, a vale of pure delight, a glimpse of Paradise that bewilders the eye and fills the soul with ecstasy.

"Most all the old quotations need fixing," said Joyce in tones forbidding dispute. "For instance, the guy that alluded to marriages germinating in heaven certainly got off on the wrong foot. He meant pardnerships. The same works ain't got capacity for both, no more'n you can build a split-second stop-watch in a stone quarry. No, sir! A true pardnership is the sanctifiedest relation that grows, is, and has its beans, while any two folks of opposite sect can marry and peg the game out some way. Of course, all pardnerships ain't divine. To every one that's heaven borned there's a thousand made in --. There goes them cussed dogs again!"

Four cowboys inclined their bodies over the barbed-wire fence which marked the dividing-line between the Centipede Ranch and their own, staring mournfully into a summer night such as only the far southwestern country knows. Big yellow stars hung thick and low-so low that it seemed they might almost be plucked by an upstretched hand-and a silent air blew across thousands of open miles of land lying crisp and fragrant under the velvet dark.

The Spoilers (1906) is a novel by Rex Beach based in Alaska that was one of the best selling novels of 1906. The book was quickly adapted into a play, and was later adapted to film five times, in 1914, 1923, 1930, 1942, and 1955. The novel is based on a true story of corrupt government officials, such as Alexander McKenzie, seizing gold mines from prospectors, which Beach witnessed while he was prospecting in Nome, Alaska during the Nome Gold Rush.

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The Iron Trail is a novel written by Rex Beach, first published in 1913. The story takes place in the early 1900s during the Klondike Gold Rush in Alaska. The protagonist of the story is a young man named Neal Hammond, who is determined to make a fortune by working on the railroad construction project in Alaska. Along the way, he meets a beautiful and mysterious woman named Celia, who has her own reasons for being in Alaska.As Neal works on the railroad, he faces many challenges and dangers, including harsh weather conditions, treacherous terrain, and dangerous animals. He also has to navigate the complex relationships between the different groups of people involved in the project, including the railroad workers, the Native Americans, and the wealthy investors who are funding the project.As Neal and Celia grow closer, they become embroiled in a web of intrigue and danger, as they uncover a plot to sabotage the railroad project and steal the gold that is being transported on the trains. Together, they must use their wits and their courage to outsmart the criminals and save the railroad from destruction.The Iron Trail is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of the Klondike Gold Rush and the rugged beauty of Alaska. It is a classic tale of love, betrayal, and redemption, with vivid characters and a gripping plot that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.He cursed aloud and made his way down the sloping deck to the square iron door, or port, through which he had loaded them. But he found that it was jammed, or held fast by the pressure outside, and after a few moments' work in water above his knees he climbed to the starboard side. Here the entrance was obstructed by a huge pile of baled hay and grain in sacks. It would be no easy task to clear it away, and he fell to work with desperate energy, for the ship was slowly changing her level.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Auction Block is a novel written by Rex Beach, an American novelist and playwright. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Joan Lackland. Joan is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is forced to sell her inheritance due to her father's debts. She is sold at an auction to a wealthy and powerful man named John Stuart Webster, who is known for his ruthless business tactics.As Joan adjusts to her new life as Webster's wife, she discovers that her husband is involved in illegal activities and is willing to do anything to maintain his power and wealth. She also learns about the dark secrets of her family's past and the true nature of her father's debts.With the help of her loyal friend and confidante, Joan sets out to uncover the truth about her husband's business dealings and to protect her family's legacy. She must navigate the dangerous world of high society and confront her own fears and doubts as she fights to reclaim her independence and expose the corruption and greed that threaten to destroy her life.The Auction Block is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption that explores the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of our actions. Beach's vivid descriptions and well-developed characters make for a compelling read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.""The boys like to see Dick trimmed--it's a matter of principle with them never to let him win a bet--and they'd do anything for me. You're the best tailor in the city, but too conservative. Now I'm going to bring you fifty new accounts, every one good for better than two thousand a year. That's a hundred thousand dollars. How much am I offered? Going! Going!""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.