City Boys In The Woods: Or A Trapping Venture In Maine (1890)

By Henry P. Wells and Henry Parkhurst Wells

Book Overview

City Boys In The Woods: Or A Trapping Venture In Maine is a novel written by Henry Parkhurst Wells in 1890. The book follows the adventures of a group of city boys who decide to embark on a trapping expedition in the wilderness of Maine. The boys are led by their experienced guide, Uncle Joe, who teaches them the skills they need to survive in the wild.The group faces numerous challenges during their journey, including harsh weather conditions, dangerous animals, and difficult terrain. They learn to set traps for animals such as beavers, muskrats, and foxes, and must navigate the unfamiliar terrain of the Maine wilderness.As the boys spend more time in the wilderness, they begin to appreciate the beauty of nature and the importance of conservation. They also learn important life lessons about perseverance, teamwork, and self-reliance.City Boys In The Woods: Or A Trapping Venture In Maine is a classic tale of adventure and survival that is sure to captivate readers of all ages. It provides a fascinating glimpse into life in the wilderness in the late 19th century and is a must-read for anyone interested in outdoor adventure and nature.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120240751
• ISBN13: 9781120240750
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"