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Engineer and our hero Jack is sent into the depths of the Canadian wilderness to construct a train route where all of the other previous men have failed or mysteriously disappeared... From one of the masters of the adventure and western genres, James Oliver Curwood, comes a stunning and suspenseful tale that even manages to throw in a nice all be it mysterious romance in the mix! James Oliver Curwood (1878-1927) was an American action-adventure writer.

Our hero, a Royal Canadian Police Officer stumbles upon mystery, love and adventure during his chase after a giant madman and killer, moving across the snowy wilderness with wolves for sled dogs! This is for pure and unadulterated lovers of rugged action and adventure, with a nice side order of romance.

If you are looking to eliminate your procrastinating habits, see your productivity soar, and take control of your life, listen up.... You have the potential to be great. There’s just one thing holding you back: yourself. Do you find yourself spending hours on social media instead of finishing a project? How many times have you made a grand plan only to stop at the first hurdle? You’re not alone!

James Oliver Curwood spins a tale of adventure and romance in the Canadian wilderness as "The Law" puts Jolly Roger on the run, separating him from his love, Nada. Peter, the half Airedale, half Mackenzie hound called "Pied-Bot" is torn between the two and determined to protect both against all enemies, man or beast. This is a heart-rending tale of love and heroics between a man, a woman and their little dog, Peter.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of the Great Lakes largest fleet of freighters. This insightful exploration highlights how Great Lakes cargo shipping was instrumental in shaping the U.S. manufacturing landscape back in 1909. Discover the vibrant passenger cruising industry and delve into the rich history of the Great Lakes, revealing their profound influence on American history. Join author Ted Lienhart as he unravels the stories behind these majestic waters and the vessels that navigate them.

A suspenseful work filled with everything we want from an adventurous, mysterious romance and murder puzzle! A North Canadian police officer makes a deathbed confession to a murder that an innocent man is going to die for... A beautiful, secretive young woman knows something about the case, but has her motive to keep this hidden from everyone except the Chief of Police, who has reasons of his own for everything to just go away...

Welcome to the #1 podcast for parents who are entrepreneurs. James Oliver, Jr., a 3X founder, co-founder of the world's cutest twins, and Techstars and gener8tor alum, brings you topics, guests, and advice to help you be the best parent and entrepreneur you can be.

Along with the fight for survival in the wild, comes a poignant melodrama with a side order of mystery! A beautiful young wife dies shortly after giving birth to a girl. She is appeased by the lovely violin playing of a starving boy who came to their cabin for food. The mystery of the violin player's past and how his life connects with those in the small trading village is what makes this tale stand out.

This wonderfully old-fashioned adventure, love and detective story set in the Northern Canadian wilderness of the early 1900's will entertain and charm the listener like no other! The hero has to save his business from unfamiliar enemies and in the process falls in love with an attractive young woman who lives in a mysterious hidden old castle.

Along with the fight for survival in the wild, comes a poignant melodrama by James Oliver Curwood with a side order of mystery! A beautiful young wife dies shortly after giving birth to a girl. She is appeased by the lovely violin playing of a starving boy who came to their cabin for food. The mystery of the violin player's past and how his life connects with those in the small trading village is what makes this tale so special.

The modern working world is a dangerous place, where game-playing, duplicity and sheer malevolence are rife. Do talent and hard work count for nothing? Is politics everything? In this fascinating exposé, Oliver James reveals the murky underside of modern office life. With cutting-edge research and eye-opening interviews, he highlights the nasty practices that propel people to the top and shows how industries and cultures are fostering this behaviour.

In this series we explore the many facets of love through literary talents that span both time and country. Love comes in many forms, many shades and many hues. There is one though that society wants more than any other and it is now part of our culture. Yes, the Happy Ending.

This story by James Oliver Curwood, published in 1913, possesses all of the great elements that make up a good adventure yarn! Old fashioned sense of nobility, falling in love, losing love, suspense, tragedies and ultimate happiness regained as the listener gets entangled in the story - full of twists and turns - of a Sergeant of the Canadian Northwest Mounted and his partner; chasing an elusive killer and his wife through a wintry and harsh world.

A big-hearted outlaw, Jolly Roger McKay, who never did anything nasty, is pursued for years by the Royal Northwest Mounties, through the Northwest Canadian wilderness, circa early 1900's. At one of his hiding places, he falls in love with a local young woman, Nada, but feels inferior to her. The puppy Peter, devoted to both the outlaw and Nada, follows him through everything; as we listeners hope these two people get back together and find happiness in this fine work by James Oliver Curwood.

What hidden force drew young Jan Thoreau and his music from the desolate plains to the isolated camp of Lac Bain, forever altering the lives of its few inhabitants? What fate led him to the home of John and Melisse Cummins as she lay on her deathbed? Furthermore, what deep sorrow and overwhelming sadness haunted Jan in the months and years following his arrival, and how would he grapple with The Honor of the Big Snows? (Summary by Roger Melin)

Join Roderick and his intrepid friends Wabi and Mukoki as they embark on thrilling adventures in the breathtaking North. Battling fierce wolves, wary natives, and the unforgiving forces of nature, they find themselves on a hunt that takes an unexpected turn. When they stumble upon a hidden cabin, they unearth a secret that has remained buried for over fifty years. Packed with suspense, danger, and unexpected twists, The Wolf Hunters serves as a gripping prequel to The Gold Hunters. (Introduction by Brian Adey)

The Gold Hunters follows three men on a desperate quest for a legendary treasure hidden deep in the Canadian wilderness. As they follow cryptic clues and face natural and human dangers, they must rely on their wits and courage to claim the fortune.

Román amerického spisovatele Jamese Olivera Curwooda o Barím, potomku slavného zvířecího hrdiny Kazana a jeho družky Šedky, nás opět zavede do nádherné americké divočiny. Jeho otcem je Kazan, ze čtvrtiny vlk, ze tří čtvrtin severský vlčák. Jeho matkou je Šedka, vlčice, se kterou se dal Kazan dohromady, když utekl od lidí a připojil se k vlčí smečce. Napůl vlk, napůl pes, Barí se už jako štěně zatoulá v divočině. Popere se se sovou, zachrání bobra. Loví si jídlo a hledá cestu domů. Jednoho dne potká lidi.

Nádherný dobrodružný román z přírody kanadského severu vypráví o osudech Kazana, čtvrtinou krve čistého vlka a ze tří čtvrtin statného severského vlčáka. Své jméno získal pro svou velikost a neohroženost. Mezi psy byl obr a po špatných zkušenostech s lidmi utekl do divočiny, kde začal život divokého zvířete se všemi obtížemi i krásou. Připojil se ke smečce vlků, vytvořil osamělý pár s vlčicí Šedkou, ale ke slovu se hlásila i jeho psí přirozenost. Stále nebyl rozhodnut, kde žít, zda s lidmi nebo dál v přírodě. Kazanův osud je plný bojů o holé přežití i věrnosti k lidem, kteří si ji zaslouží láskou k němu.

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