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Royal North West Mounted Police (Canada) -- Juvenile fiction Books
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W. Crispin (William Crispin) Sheppard
The Rambler Club with the Northwest Mounted
"The Rambler Club with the Northwest Mounted" by W. Crispin Sheppard is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the adventures of Bob Somers and his friends from the Rambler Club as they travel to Canada's Northwest Territories, where they intend to meet their friend Jed Warren, a member of the Royal Northwest Mounted Police. However, their plans are quickly disrupted by the mysterious disappearance of Jed, leading the young adventurers into thrilling escapades as they become involved in the workings of the police and uncover the truth surrounding their friend. At the start of the story, we are introduced to Sergeant Jarvis Erskine and Teddy Banes, a half-breed scout, who are concerned about the unexplained absence of Jed Warren. As the narrative unfolds, the Rambler Club boys arrive at the police barracks, eager to connect with their friend, only to find he is missing under suspicious circumstances. A mix of humor and tension arises as they insist on getting involved in the investigation themselves, determined to clear Jed’s name against accusations of desertion. Their journey is set against a backdrop of natural beauty and danger, as it becomes clear that the path ahead will not just be an ordinary camping trip.
F. S. (Frederick Sadleir) Brereton
A Boy of the Dominion: A Tale of Canadian Immigration
"A Boy of the Dominion: A Tale of Canadian Immigration" by F. S. Brereton is a novel written in the early 20th century. This narrative follows the journey of Joe Bradley, a young man facing a life-altering decision after selling his father's cycle shop and becoming an orphan. As he contemplates his next steps, the idea of emigrating to Canada presents itself as a path to adventure and independence. At the start of the story, we meet Joe as he grapples with uncertainty about his future after stepping out of the shop that symbolized his past. The narrative details his interactions with locals who encourage him to emigrate, emphasizing the opportunities awaiting him in Canada. With encouragement from a doctor and a friendly constable, Joe begins to entertain the notion of leaving his small-town life behind. The opening portion establishes Joe's character as determined and resourceful, setting the stage for his forthcoming adventures in a new land.
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