Snap: A legend of the Lone Mountain

Name: Snap: A legend of the Lone Mountain
Author: Clive Phillipps-Wolley

By Clive Phillipps-Wolley

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A spirited boys' adventure centers on Harold Snap Hales, a schoolboy whose dismissal from term propels him from his country home into wider ventures. Under the care of Admiral Winthrop and Mrs. Winthrop he departs from Liverpool, encounters a violent madman and gamblers, works cattle, wrestles with wilderness hazards including bears and a brulé, helps found a settlement called Bull Pine on a remote mountain, and faces perilous climbs and moral tests. The narrative interleaves sporting and domestic episodes, legal matters such as a will, and culminates in Snap's self-sacrificial act and the revelation of his past.

About the Author

Clive Phillipps-Wolley

Clive Phillipps-Wolley was an English author known for his writings on hunting and adventure. His notable works include the two-volume series "Big Game Shooting," which reflects his passion for hunting in various terrains, and "Gold, Gold, in Cariboo! A Story of Adventure in British Columbia," which captures the spirit of exploration during the gold rush era. Phillipps-Wolley's writings often blend personal experience with vivid storytelling, offering readers a glimpse into the challenges and thrills of outdoor pursuits. He also contributed to the literature on sport in regions such as the Crimea and Caucasus, showcasing his diverse interests in both adventure and nature.