Dick Kent with the Eskimos

by M. M. (Milo Milton) Oblinger

"Dick Kent with the Eskimos" by Milton Richards is an adventurous children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Dick Kent, his friend Sandy, and their Canadian Indian companion Toma as they embark on an expedition into the Arctic. The trio is accompanied by members of the Royal Northwest Mounted Police, and they encounter various challenges in their journey, including hidden dangers and an elusive Eskimo named Mukwa. At the start of the story, the characters are making their way across the icy tundra, laden with supplies and facing the harsh realities of the Arctic environment. The narrative quickly escalates when Dick discovers a whalebone spear, indicating a possible threat nearby. The tension heightens with the capture of an Eskimo, Mukwa, who claims to know the whereabouts of other Eskimos, and reveals hints of danger connected to a white Eskimo named Fred Mistak. As they settle in for the night, the boys hear alarming sounds, foreshadowing the adventure and challenges that lie ahead in their quest.