A Daughter of the Snows

A Daughter of the Snows is a novel written by Jack London, first published in 1902. The story is set in the Yukon Territory during the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 19th century. The main character, Frona Welse, is a strong and independent young woman who defies the conventions of her time. She is the daughter of a wealthy San Francisco businessman, but she chooses to leave her comfortable life behind and venture into the harsh wilderness of the Yukon. Frona is determined to prove herself as a capable and resourceful individual, and she quickly becomes a respected member of the mining community. She is also caught up in a love triangle between two men: Vance Corliss, a sophisticated and educated adventurer, and Captain St. Vincent, a rough and dangerous prospector. Throughout the novel, Frona faces many challenges and dangers, including harsh weather, treacherous terrain, and violent confrontations with other miners. She also confronts the prejudices and limitations placed on women in her society. A Daughter of the Snows is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of gender, class, and individualism. It is a classic work of American literature and a testament to Jack London’s skill as a storyteller.1902. American writer (real name John Griffith London). London grew up in poverty, earning a living through various legal and illegal means. He was a sailor and took part in the Klondike gold rush. These experiences provided much of the material for his works and also made him a socialist. The Call of the Wild, the classic story of sled-dog Buck brought him instant celebrity and established his readership to this day. The story begins: All ready, Miss Welse, though I�������m sorry we can�������t spare one of the steamer�������s boats. Frona Welse arose with alacrity and came to the first officer�������s side. We�������re so busy, he explained, and gold-rushers are such perishable freight, at least- I understand, she interrupted, and I, too, am behaving as though I were perishable. And I am sorry for the trouble I am giving you, but-but- She turned quickly and pointed to the shore. Do you see that big log-house? Between the clump of pins and the river? I was born there. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.