First published 1420
In 1820, a young settler journeys west into the untamed wilderness of the American frontier. Alone and ill-equipped, he faces unforgiving elements, predatory beasts, and the harsh realities of frontier life. Battling hunger, exposure, and mortal danger, his struggle for survival becomes a fight for his very life. Through sheer grit and unwavering determination, he must overcome overwhelming odds to make it back home.
Genres: historical-fiction, american, adventure, 19th-century
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, man-vs-nature
288 pages · Paperback · Lyons Press