Big Timber
Western Romance NovelBy Bertrand William Sinclair
Length9h 8m
About this audiobook
In 'Big Timber,' Bertrand William Sinclair crafts a vivid narrative that encapsulates the rugged beauty of the Canadian wilderness, intertwining themes of adventure, isolation, and the clash between human ambition and nature. Written against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the book employs a rich, evocative prose style that immerses readers in the lives of its characters, primarily loggers and hunters, as they navigate the harsh realities of frontier life. Sinclair's keen observations of the natural environment, coupled with his exploration of human motives, create a compelling tapestry that reflects broader societal shifts of the era, particularly the encroachment of industrialization on untamed land. Sinclair, a prominent figure in early Canadian literature, drew upon his own experiences living in the Canadian West to imbue 'Big Timber' with authenticity and depth. Having firsthand knowledge of frontier life, his writing candidly illuminates the trials and tribulations of those who dared to challenge the wilderness. His literary output often highlights the complexities of the human spirit as it grapples with both the allure and the peril of the land. This novel is an essential read for those interested in the interplay between humanity and nature, offering rich characterization and historical insight. Sinclair's masterful storytelling invites readers to reflect on their own relationship with the natural world, making 'Big Timber' a significant contribution to Canadian literature and an enduring exploration of the frontier spirit.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, Action and Adventure
Length9 hrs 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 25, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter I. Green Fields and Pastures New
13Chapter XIII. In Which Events Mark Time
2Chapter II. Mr. Abbey Arrives
14Chapter XIV. A Close Call and a New Acquaintance
3Chapter III. Halfway Point
15Chapter XV. A Resurrection
4Chapter IV. A Foretaste of Things to Come
16Chapter XVI. The Crisis
5Chapter V. The Toll of Big Timber
17Chapter XVII. In Which There Is a Further Clash
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6Chapter VI. The Dignity (?) of Toil
18Chapter XVIII. The Opening Gun
7Chapter VII. Some Neighborly Assistance
19Chapter XIX. Free as the Wind
8Chapter VIII. Durance Vile
20Chapter XX. Echoes
9Chapter IX. Jack Fyfe's Camp
21Chapter XXI. An Unexpected Meeting
10Chapter X. One Way Out
22Chapter XXII. The Fire Behind the Smoke
11Chapter XI. The Plunge
23Chapter XXIII. A Ride by Night
12Chapter XII. And So They Were Married
24Chapter XXIV. "Out of the Night That Covers Me"
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