The Book “Glen of the High North” is a western and adventurous fiction written by H.A Cody. A story based on the Canadian wilderness and follows the adventurous journey of Ronald Macdonald. The author of the book H.A. Cody is highly praised for his aesthetic work and crafting a fabulous tale of a young man coming out of his comfortable life, seeking to gain some fortune through the landscape of the north. Through the novel, the author tries to navigate the challenges of his life and learns valuable insights about perseverance and the importance of respecting nature. Along with this, he tries to form a deep connection with a dog named Wolf, who is his companion throughout his journey. He confronts the harsh reality of survival in the wilderness and showcases the inner demons inside humans. The book is a diamond for adventurous novel lovers and captures the beauty and danger of the Canadian wilderness. The author Cody, shows the vivid description of engaging characters and creates a clear picture of the reader’s mind.
The Fourth Watch" by H. A. Cody is a gripping maritime adventure that unfolds amidst the perilous drama of a shipwreck. Set against the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, Cody's novel is a riveting tale of survival, courage, and perseverance. As the characters grapple with the challenges of isolation and the uncertainty of their fate, readers are drawn into a compelling narrative that brims with tension and hope. Amidst the chaos of the shipwreck, Cody explores themes of resilience and human spirit, showcasing the remarkable courage of individuals faced with unimaginable odds. Through vivid descriptions of the sea voyage and the characters' struggles for survival, Cody captures the raw emotion and intensity of their journey. As the story unfolds, readers are swept away on a thrilling adventure, rooting for the characters as they navigate the treacherous waters of the Pacific Ocean and cling to hope for rescue. "The Fourth Watch" is a captivating survival story that resonates with themes of hope and determination, making it a compelling read for fans of maritime fiction and adventure tales.
Archdeacon Hiram Alfred Cody (1872-1948), was a Canadian author, poet, clergyman and editor. Ordained in 1896, he became an Anglican clergyman, rector of the parish of Greenwich. He spent over thirty years at the church, and was appointed Archdeacon of Saint John in 1927. He was the editor of The Church Bell, and published several books, novels, poems and newspaper articles. His works include: An Apostle of the North (1908), On Trail and Rapid by Dogsled and Canoe (1911), The Fourth Watch (1911), The Long Patrol: A Tale of the Mounted Police (1912), If Any Man Sin (1915), Rod of the Lone Patrol (1916), Under Sealed Orders (1917), The Unknown Wrestler (1918), Glen of the High North (1920), Jess of the Rebel Trail (1921), The King's Arrow: A Tale of the United Empire Loyalists (1922), The Trail of the Golden Horn (1923), The Master Revenge (1924), Songs of a Bluenose (1925) and Fighting Stars (1927). A biography, All the Days of His Life: A Biography of Archdeacon H. A. Cody by Ted Jones was published in 1981.
Written with younger audiences in mind, this engaging tale follows the life of Rodney, a boy who was abandoned as a toddler and raised by the kindly Parson Dan and his wife. But before long, Rod encounters problems with other members of the community who aren't quite as welcoming.
H.A. Cody’s An Apostle of the North, originally published in 1908, captures perfectly the zeal of the 19th century missionary and tells the story of a man called to do God’s work in the Diocese of Athabasca in the most northern regions of Canada. Bishop William Carpenter Bompas was a difficult man, cantankerous, stubborn, and more than a little eccentric. He carried on his shoulders the deep spirituality of his own faith, the assumptions of his background, and the cultural aggressiveness of the Victorian age. He was a church leader who often disagreed with his church and ignored its advice. Bompas’s life in the North offers insights into the compelling force of religion and faith, one of the most pervasive forces in human experience, capable of transforming people, creating conflict, spreading hope, motivating entire nations, and, as history has shown, making horrible and damaging mistakes. In a new Introduction, historians William Morrison and Ken Coates examine Bompas’s career, exploring themes central to the history of the church in Canada and to aboriginal-newcomer relations.
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