The Shooting Of Dan McGrew

By Marvin Dana and James Tynan

Book Overview

The Shooting Of Dan McGrew: A Novel is a literary work by Marvin Dana, published in 2003. The book is a retelling of the famous poem by Robert W. Service, which tells the story of a gunfight in the Yukon Territory during the gold rush. The novel expands on the poem, fleshing out the characters and their motivations. The story follows the arrival of a stranger, Dangerous Dan McGrew, in a remote town in the Yukon. McGrew is a notorious outlaw, feared by many, and he quickly becomes the center of attention in the town's saloon. As the night wears on, tensions rise, and a gunfight breaks out. Dana's novel adds depth to the characters of the poem, exploring their backstories and motivations. The book also delves into the themes of greed, violence, and redemption, as well as the harsh realities of life in the Yukon during the gold rush. Overall, The Shooting Of Dan McGrew: A Novel is a gripping retelling of a classic poem, offering readers a fresh perspective on a beloved story.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: 1163285846
• ISBN13: 9781163285848
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 346 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"