You will love reading about Boyd Emerson, a young fisherman torn between two women in the Alaskan wilderness. Rex Beach's famous writing will enchant and inform you. Get ready to take in the wonderful wilds of Bristol Bay, Alaska.

The Silver Horde, by Rex Beach, is an adventurous tale of ambition, love, and survival set in the rugged wilderness of Alaska during the early 20th century. The story revolves around Boyd Emerson, a determined young man who ventures to the remote northern territory to make his fortune in the salmon fishing industry. Along the way, he encounters both allies and adversaries, including Cherry Malotte, a strong and independent woman who becomes his unexpected partner in this perilous journey. Beach's vivid and gripping narrative captures the harsh realities of frontier life, where the struggle for success often clashes with moral dilemmas and the raw power of nature. As Emerson battles ruthless competitors and navigates complex relationships, he learns that true wealth lies not just in material gains but in the values of loyalty, love, and integrity. The Silver Horde is celebrated for its dynamic plot, richly drawn characters, and its authentic portrayal of the Alaskan frontier. Rex Beach’s compelling storytelling and his knack for creating suspenseful, action-packed scenes make this novel a classic adventure that resonates with readers even today. Readers are drawn to The Silver Horde for its thrilling narrative and its exploration of the human spirit against the backdrop of an untamed land. This book is a must-read for fans of adventure and tales of perseverance. Owning a copy of The Silver Horde is like embarking on a journey to the edge of civilization, where every choice is a fight for survival and honor.

Story of the salmon canning industry in Alaska.

1909. Illustrated. Rex Beach was well on his way to becoming a lawyer when he was hit by Gold Rush Fever and left for the Klondike to strike it rich. He never found gold, but his travels had sparked his imagination and he began to write. His tales of adventures quickly made him into a popular author. The Silver Horde begins: The trail to Kalvik leads down from the northward mountains over the tundra which flanks the tide flats, then creeps out upon the salt ice of the river and across to the village. It boasts no travel in summer, but by winter an occasional toil-worn traveler may be seen issuing forth from the Great Country beyond, bound for the open water; while once in thirty days the mail-team whirls out of the forest to the south, pauses one night to leave word of the world, and then is swallowed up in the silent hills. Kalvik, to be sure, is not much of a place, being hidden away from the main-travelled routes to the interior and wholly unknown except to those interested in the fisheries. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.