Through Forest and Fire / Wild-Woods Series No. 1

Name: Through Forest and Fire / Wild-Woods Series No. 1
Author: Edward Sylvester Ellis

A rural community is drawn into a tense search after a small child disappears in the surrounding woods, prompting lantern-lit hunts, discoveries of startling footprints, and frightening near-misses with rivers and wild animals. The narrative balances everyday scenes of school and family life with episodic adventures such as hunting parties, tests of marksmanship, encounters with bears, and the loyalty of a devoted dog, culminating in a catastrophic forest fire that forces desperate efforts to pass through smoke and flames. Recurrent themes include bravery, practical resourcefulness, communal cooperation, and the hazards and lessons of life at the forest edge.

By Edward Sylvester Ellis

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Edward Sylvester Ellis

Edward Sylvester Ellis was an American author known for his prolific contributions to juvenile literature in the late 19th century. He wrote adventure stories that captivated young readers, often set against the backdrop of the American frontier and wilderness. His notable works include "A Waif of the Mountains" and "Adrift in the Wilds; Or, The Adventures of Two Shipwrecked Boys," which reflect themes of survival and exploration. Ellis's writing is characterized by its engaging narratives and moral lessons, making him a significant figure in the genre of boys' adventure fiction during his time.