
The Pioneer Boys of the Columbia; or, In the Wilderness of the Great Northwest
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About This Book
The story follows the young pioneers as they travel to the Columbia River region, exploring the vast and rugged wilderness of the Great Northwest. Their journey takes them through a variety of landscapes, including dense forests, mountains, and river systems, highlighting the challenges and beauty of the region.The boys encounter numerous adventures and obstacles, including interactions with Native American tribes, dealing with the harsh conditions of the wilderness, and facing natural hazards such as floods and wildlife. Their exploration of the Columbia River and surrounding areas reveals th...
Chapters (412)
- THE PIONEER BOYS OF THE COLUMBIA
- PREFACE
- CONTENTS
- LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
- CHAPTER I THE LURE OF THE SETTING SUN
- CHAPTER II WRECKED IN THE RAPIDS
- CHAPTER III WOLVES IN THE TIMBER
- CHAPTER IV THE BIRCH BARK MESSAGE
- CHAPTER V WHAT THE PICTURE WRITING TOLD
- CHAPTER VI STALKING THE BUFFALO
- CHAPTER VII HUNTERS, ALL
- CHAPTER VIII CHARGED BY A BULL
- CHAPTER IX PLANNING A SURPRISE
- CHAPTER X SPRINGING THE TRAP
- CHAPTER XI BANISHED FROM CAMP
- CHAPTER XII ON FISHING BENT
- CHAPTER XIII GLORIOUS SPORT WITH THE TROUT
- CHAPTER XIV PRISONERS OF THE DACOTAHS
- CHAPTER XV WHEN STOUT HEARTS WERE NECESSARY
- CHAPTER XVI THE ESCAPE
- CHAPTER XVII SHELTER IN A HOLLOW TREE
- CHAPTER XVIII THE STORM
- CHAPTER XIX UNDER THE FALLEN FOREST MONARCH
- CHAPTER XX THE RETURN FROM CAPTIVITY
- CHAPTER XXI AT THE FOOT OF THE ROCKIES
- CHAPTER XXII THE DEATH OF THE BULL MOOSE
- CHAPTER XXIII HUNTING THE MOUNTAIN SHEEP
- CHAPTER XXIV ON THE BURNING DESERT
- CHAPTER XXV THE OASIS
- CHAPTER XXVI AMONG THE NEZ PERCES
- CHAPTER XXVII FROM SADDLE TO CANOE AGAIN
- CHAPTER XXVIII AT THE FALLS OF THE COLUMBIA
- CHAPTER XXIX NEARING THE SALTY SEA
- CHAPTER XXX A MOMENT OF PERIL
- CHAPTER XXXI THE END OF THE LONG TRAIL
- CHAPTER XXXII TO THE RISING SUN—CONCLUSION
- NOTES
- Note 1 (page 5)
- Note 2 (page 22)
- Note 3 (page 44)
- Note 4 (page 50)
- Note 5 (page 64)
- Note 6 (page 194)
- Note 7 (page 233)
- Note 8 (page 268)
- Note 9 (page 300)
- Note 10 (page 305)
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