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Roberts, Charles G. D., Sir
1860
1943
Roberts, Sir Charles George Douglas
Roberts, Charles George Douglas, Sir
Roberts, Sir Charles G. D.
The Ledge on Bald Face
The ledge on Bald Face -- The eagle -- Cock-crow -- The morning of the silver frost -- Jim, the backwoods police dog.
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"The Ledge on Bald Face" by Charles G. D. Roberts is a collection of nature stories written in the early 20th century. The work likely explores themes of wilderness and survival, focusing on the interaction between humans and wildlife against a backdrop of natural beauty and peril. The main character, Joe Peddler, embarks on a daring journey across a treacherous mountain ledge, facing various encounters with animals that provide tension and insight into the laws of the wild. The opening of "The Ledge on Bald Face" vividly describes the intimidating landscape of Old Bald Face and introduces Joe Peddler, who is attempting to traverse a perilous, narrow ledge that offers glimpses into the dangerous life of its wildlife inhabitants. As Peddler navigates the ledge, he experiences a mix of thrill and anxiety, culminating in encounters with a doe and a bear that underline the challenges of his adventure. His peril grows further as he faces the uncertainty of meeting more creatures, revealing the instinctual behaviors dictating survival in the wilderness. This portion sets the stage for an exploration of the natural world, evoking a sense of tension and beauty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Animals -- Anecdotes
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Category: Short Stories
Category: Adventure
Category: American Literature
Category: Nature/Gardening/Animals
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