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Connie Morgan in the fur country

by James B. Hendryx (1880–1963)

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  • 18 chapters
  • Reading level: 6th grade

"Connie Morgan in the Fur Country" by James B. Hendryx is a novel written in the early 20th century. It follows the adventurous exploits of Connie Morgan as he embarks on a quest in the harsh wilderness of the North, driven by his ambition to capture a magnificent wolf-dog. The narrative sets the stage for a tale filled with the challenges of survival in the elements, encounters with wildlife, and the complexities of human character amidst the unforgiving landscape. The opening of the story introduces us to Connie Morgan, who is preparing to venture out into the blizzardy wilderness, inspired by rumors of a giant wolf-dog. Alongside him is Waseche Bill, his experienced partner who offers a blend of advice and skepticism. As they discuss the legendary creature and the dangers ahead, Connie’s determination shines through. Venturing into the wild, he has dreams of capturing the elusive Big Ruff and exploring uncharted territories. The chapter sets up the contrast between Connie's youthful, daring spirit and Waseche's wise caution, laying the groundwork for their impending journey through the treacherous fur country.

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  • Trapping
  • Morgan, Connie (Fictitious character)

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Chapter I

DOG, OR WOLF?

In the little cabin on Ten Bow Waseche Bill laid his week-old newspaper aside, knocked the ashes from his pipe against the edge of the woodbox, and listened to the roar of the wind. After a few moments he rose and opened the door, only to slam it immediately as an icy blast, freighted with a million whirling flakes of snow, swept the room. Resuming his seat, he proceeded very deliberately to refill his pipe. This accomplished to his satisfaction, he lighted it, crammed some wood into the little air-tight stove, and tilted his chair back against the log wall.

"Well, son, what is it?" he asked, after a few moments of silence during which he had watched his young partner, Connie Morgan, draw rag after rag through the barrel of his rifle.

"What's what?" asked the boy, without looking up.

"What's on yo' mind? The last five patches yo've drug through that gun was as clean when they come out as when they went in. Yo' ain't cleanin' no rifle—yo' studyin' 'bout somethin'."

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Contents

  1. Chapter I
  2. Chapter II: 'Merican Joe
  3. Chapter III
  4. Chapter IV
  5. Chapter V
  6. Chapter VI: At the End of RenÉ'S Trail
  7. Chapter VII
  8. Chapter VIII
  9. Chapter IX
  10. Chapter X: The Trail of the Carcajo
  11. Chapter XI
  12. Chapter XII
  13. Chapter XIII: At the Camp of the Hooch-Runners
  14. Chapter XIV
  15. Chapter XV
  16. Chapter XVI
  17. Chapter XVII
  18. Chapter XVIII

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This free edition of Connie Morgan in the fur country by James B. Hendryx comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #28574, released 2009-04-21. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Adventure, Novels.

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