On the White Pass Pay-Roll

By S H Graves and S. H Graves

Book Overview

On The White Pass Pay-Roll is a novel written by S. H. Graves and published in 1908. The story is set in the Yukon Territory during the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 19th century. The main character is a young man named Jack, who travels to the Yukon in search of gold. He quickly finds work on the White Pass and Yukon Route, a railway line that transports goods and people through the rugged terrain of the Yukon. Jack becomes part of the railroad crew, working long hours in dangerous conditions to keep the trains running. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including fellow workers, prospectors, and Native Americans. The novel explores themes of adventure, friendship, and the struggles of life in a harsh and unforgiving environment. It paints a vivid picture of life in the Yukon during the gold rush, with detailed descriptions of the landscape, the people, and the challenges they faced. Overall, On The White Pass Pay-Roll is a thrilling and engaging read that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166603350
• ISBN13: 9781166603359
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"