Publisher's Synopsis
The Watchers of the Trails is a novel by Charles G. D. Roberts that follows the story of two brothers, Pierre and Jacques Larche, as they navigate the wilds of the Canadian wilderness in the late 19th century. The brothers are skilled woodsmen and trappers, and they make their living by selling furs to the Hudson's Bay Company.As they travel deeper into the wilderness, they encounter a variety of characters, including a Native American guide named Ootah, a group of French-Canadian voyageurs, and a mysterious figure known only as ""the Shadow."" Along the way, they face numerous challenges, including dangerous animals, treacherous rapids, and hostile tribes.As the story unfolds, the brothers begin to realize that they are not alone in the wilderness. There are other ""watchers of the trails"" who are keeping a close eye on them, and who seem to be guiding their every move. As they delve deeper into this mystery, they uncover a web of intrigue and betrayal that threatens to destroy everything they hold dear.The Watchers of the Trails is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of the Canadian wilderness and the rugged individuals who inhabit it. With vivid descriptions of the landscape and a cast of memorable characters, it is a must-read for anyone who loves tales of adventure, survival, and the great outdoors.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.
