On Two Frontiers (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. This book transports readers to the heart of the African frontier in the early twentieth century, a time when conflict and opportunity were intertwined. The author, a man of keen observation and literary skill, shares the remarkable story of Johann Keim, a man caught in a web of complicated moral dilemmas. Keimââ â¢s journey takes him from the wild gold rush days of Idaho to the diamond mines of South Africa, where he finds himself entangled in a conspiracy involving a native worker, a stolen diamond, and a persistent blackmailer. His internal struggle between loyalty to his family and the lure of wealth exposes the raw realities of life on the frontier, a place where survival and morality often clash. The book vividly captures the volatile mix of greed, desperation, and racial tensions that define life in this harsh and unforgiving environment. Keimââ â¢s tale offers a compelling glimpse into the social and economic dynamics of the era, exploring themes of colonialism, exploitation, and the enduring human desire for prosperity. Through his richly drawn characters and vivid descriptions, the author invites us to contemplate the intricate moral landscape of the time and the choices individuals make when forced to confront ethical crossroads. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
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- Title
- On Two Frontiers (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- George Tower Buffum
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1333312180
- ISBN 13
- 9781333312183
- Seller catalogs
- Childrens Fiction
The Low-Burned Candle and Other Frontiers Stories deliver vivid, action-driven tales of two worlds collide—ranch and river, veldt and town, law and legend.
This collection follows bold, restless characters as they carve meaning from vast, untamed landscapes. From quiet, intimate moments of friendship and memory to high-stakes clashes over land, power, and justice, these stories myth‑build a rugged American frontier and a shifting moral code. Readers meet men and women who face danger with grit, faith, and stubborn resolve, often finding surprising humanity in hard choices.
- A sweeping look at frontier life across distant lands, with vivid settings and memorable scenes
- Portraits of steadfast characters who guard what is theirs while debating what is right
- Tension between tradition and progress, and between individual loyalty and community laws
- Moments of reflection that deepen the sense of place and history
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.
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