Hawtrey's Deputy

By Harold Bindloss
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In "Hawtrey's Deputy," Harold Bindloss weaves a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of the rugged Canadian wilderness. Rich in detail and characterized by a keen sense of place, this novel explores themes of ambition, loyalty, and the conflicts arising from colonialism. Bindloss employs a vivid, descriptive prose style that immerses readers in the hardships and triumphs of frontier life, while deftly navigating the complexities of human relationships amid the unforgiving landscape. The novel invites contemplation of the moral dilemmas faced by its characters, reflecting a broader commentary on the era's imperial ambitions and the individual's struggle for identity and purpose. Harold Bindloss, a British-born author who immigrated to Canada, drew heavily on his own experiences as a settler and rancher. His intimate understanding of the Canadian landscape and the pioneering spirit is evident throughout "Hawtrey's Deputy." Bindloss's literary output reflects both his personal journey and the sociopolitical climate of early 20th-century Canada, positioning him as a vital voice in the country's literary canon. Readers seeking an insightful and evocative exploration of the early Canadian frontier will find "Hawtrey's Deputy" both engaging and thought-provoking. Bindloss's masterful storytelling and deep characterizations make this work a significant contribution to the canon of Canadian literature, ultimately inviting readers to reflect on their own understandings of ambition, duty, and the complexities of human connection.

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GenreAction and Adventure, Historical Fiction
Length11 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1"'I was waiting for you,' she said simply."
2SALLY CREIGHTON.
3CHAPTER II.
4"She could not raise him wholly, and he cried out once when his injured leg trailed in the snow."
5"Then she turned to Sproatly. 'You can wash up those dishes on the table.'"
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6CHAPTER III.
7WYLLARD ASSENTS.
8CHAPTER IV.
9"At length the door opened, and Agatha Ismay, wrapped in a long cloak, came in."
10CHAPTER V.
11"'Now,' he said, 'I won't let you fall.'"
12CHAPTER VI.
13HER PICTURE.
14CHAPTER VII.
15"'You!' was all she said.
16CHAPTER VIII.
17THE TRAVELLING COMPANION.
18CHAPTER IX.
19THE FOG.
20CHAPTER X.
21"In another moment Hawtrey sprang up on the platform, and she felt his arms about her."
22"Then something seemed to crack, and she saw the off-side horse stumble and plunge."
23CHAPTER XI.
24"'Do you think—that—would have mattered?'"
25CHAPTER XII.
26"'Well,' she said, 'we have driven over as we promised!'"
27CHAPTER XIII.
28"Agatha held her hands up ... as the man leaned down, and the next moment she was strongly lifted."
29"'I guess I needn't tell you where that is,' he said, and pointed to the parallel of latitude that ran across."
30CHAPTER XIV.
31AGATHA PROVES OBDURATE.
32CHAPTER XV.
33THE BEACH.
34CHAPTER XVI.
35THE FIRST ICE.
36CHAPTER XVII.
37DEFEAT.
38CHAPTER XVIII.
39A DELICATE ERRAND.
40CHAPTER XIX.
41"It seemed that he did not immediately notice her."
42"'Are these things very much too big for you, Sally?'"
43CHAPTER XX.
44THE FIRST STAKE.
45CHAPTER XXI.
46GREGORY MAKES UP HIS MIND
47CHAPTER XXII.
48A PAINFUL REVELATION.
49CHAPTER XXIII.
50"It shambled forward in a curious manner."
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