| Author |
Everts, Truman, 1816-1901 |
| Title |
Thirty-Seven Days of Peril
from Scribner's Monthly Vol III Nov. 1871
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| Alternate Title |
37 Days of Peril
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jim Adcock
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| Summary |
"Thirty-Seven Days of Peril" by Truman Everts is a gripping first-hand account of survival written in the early 1870s. This historical narrative details the harrowing experience of Everts, who gets separated from his expedition in the treacherous wilderness of the Yellowstone region. The book chronicles his struggles against the elements, starvation, and the anxiety of being lost, ultimately delving into themes of perseverance and the human spirit's resilience in the face of overwhelming odds. The narrative unfolds as Everts becomes separated from his party while navigating the dense forests and rugged mountains of Yellowstone. Initially hopeful of rejoining his companions, he soon confronts the harsh reality of his situation as time passes without any sign of his friends. Over the course of thirty-seven days, he encounters various perils, including hunger, exposure to the elements, and threats from wildlife. Everts' vivid descriptions bring to life his desperation as he learns to forage for food and create fire for warmth, while his reflections on the experience highlight the emotional toll of solitude and fear. His eventual rescue reaffirms not only the triumph of survival but also his indelible connection to the beautiful yet unforgiving wilderness he navigated. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F721: United States local history: Rocky Mountains. Yellowstone National Park
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| Subject |
Yellowstone National Park -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Everts, Truman, 1816-1901 -- Travel -- Yellowstone National Park
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| Subject |
Search and rescue operations -- Yellowstone National Park -- History -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
30924 |
| Release Date |
Jan 11, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
137 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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