A Cry in the Wilderness By: Mary E. (Mary Ella) Waller (1855-1938)
A Cry in the Wilderness by Mary E. Waller is a captivating and emotionally charged novel that delves into the untamed beauty of nature and the depths of human resilience. Set in the rugged mountains of North America, Waller paints a breathtaking picture of the wilderness while weaving a tale of intrigue and survival. The story revolves around the life of Lydia Lawson, a fiercely independent and determined woman living alone in a tiny cabin nestled amidst the vast wilderness. Waller skillfully develops Lydia's character, portraying her as a strong and resourceful individual whose undying love for the natural world is palpable. Lydia's solitude is soon interrupted when she discovers a young girl, Emily, lost and terrified in the wilderness. Waller's vivid descriptions of the landscape create an immersive reading experience, transporting readers to the heart of the untamed wilderness. Her prose beautifully captures the beauty, unpredictability, and danger that coexist in nature, capturing both its awe-inspiring magnificence and its unforgiving and harsh realities. The heart of A Cry in the Wilderness lies not only in its stunning setting but also in its exploration of themes such as survival, resilience, and the power of human connection. As Lydia and Emily forge an unexpected bond, the novel delves into the profundity of their shared experiences and the strength they draw from one another to overcome the challenges they face. Waller's writing is both evocative and thoughtful, allowing readers to form a deep connection with the characters and their gripping journey. The author's attention to detail and her ability to evoke a sense of place makes the wilderness itself feel like a character, breathing life into the story. While the pacing may be slower at times, Waller uses these moments to build emotional depth and expose the raw vulnerability of her characters. The slow burn of the plot serves to intensify the underlying tension and adds to the suspense of the narrative. Readers will find themselves eagerly turning the pages, desperate to uncover the secrets that lie hidden within the wilderness. A Cry in the Wilderness is an atmospheric and beautifully written novel that effortlessly transports readers to a world untouched by modernity. It is a celebration of nature, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of the human soul. Mary E. Waller has crafted a remarkable tale that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on anyone who ventures into the untamed wilds she so vividly depicts. First Page: [Frontispiece: "What a wilderness was this Seigniory of Lamoral! and yet I liked it." Frontispiece. See Page 92 .] A CRY IN THE WILDERNESS BY MARY E. WALLER Author of "The Wood carver of 'Lympus," "Flamsted Quarries," "A Year Out of Life," etc. WITH FRONTISPIECE IN COLOR BY ARTHUR I. KELLER TORONTO MCCLELLAND & GOODCHILD LIMITED Copyright, 1912, BY MARY E. WALLER. All rights reserved Published, October, 1912 THE COLONIAL PRESS C. H. SIMONDS & CO., BOSTON, U. S. A. CONTENTS BOOK ONE THE JUGGERNAUT BOOK TWO THE SEIGNIORY OF LAMORAL BOOK THREE FINDING THE TRAIL BOOK ONE THE JUGGERNAUT A Cry in the Wilderness I "You Juggernaut!" That's exactly what I said, and said aloud too. I was leaning from the window in my attic room in the old district of New York known as "Chelsea"; both hands were stemmed on the ledge. "You Juggernaut of a city!" I said again, and found considerable satisfaction in repeating that word. I leaned out still farther into the sickening September heat and defiantly shook my fist, as it were into the face of the monster commercial metropolis of the New World. I felt the blood rush into my cheeks thin and white enough, so my glass told me... Continue reading book >>

A Cry in the Wilderness By: Mary E. (Mary Ella) Waller (1855-1938)

A Cry in the Wilderness by Mary E. Waller is a captivating and emotionally charged novel that delves into the untamed beauty of nature and the depths of human resilience. Set in the rugged mountains of North America, Waller paints a breathtaking picture of the wilderness while weaving a tale of intrigue and survival.

The story revolves around the life of Lydia Lawson, a fiercely independent and determined woman living alone in a tiny cabin nestled amidst the vast wilderness. Waller skillfully develops Lydia's character, portraying her as a strong and resourceful individual whose undying love for the natural world is palpable. Lydia's solitude is soon interrupted when she discovers a young girl, Emily, lost and terrified in the wilderness.

Waller's vivid descriptions of the landscape create an immersive reading experience, transporting readers to the heart of the untamed wilderness. Her prose beautifully captures the beauty, unpredictability, and danger that coexist in nature, capturing both its awe-inspiring magnificence and its unforgiving and harsh realities.

The heart of A Cry in the Wilderness lies not only in its stunning setting but also in its exploration of themes such as survival, resilience, and the power of human connection. As Lydia and Emily forge an unexpected bond, the novel delves into the profundity of their shared experiences and the strength they draw from one another to overcome the challenges they face.

Waller's writing is both evocative and thoughtful, allowing readers to form a deep connection with the characters and their gripping journey. The author's attention to detail and her ability to evoke a sense of place makes the wilderness itself feel like a character, breathing life into the story.

While the pacing may be slower at times, Waller uses these moments to build emotional depth and expose the raw vulnerability of her characters. The slow burn of the plot serves to intensify the underlying tension and adds to the suspense of the narrative. Readers will find themselves eagerly turning the pages, desperate to uncover the secrets that lie hidden within the wilderness.

A Cry in the Wilderness is an atmospheric and beautifully written novel that effortlessly transports readers to a world untouched by modernity. It is a celebration of nature, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of the human soul. Mary E. Waller has crafted a remarkable tale that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on anyone who ventures into the untamed wilds she so vividly depicts.

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[Frontispiece: "What a wilderness was this Seigniory of Lamoral! and yet I liked it." Frontispiece. See Page 92 .]

A CRY IN

THE WILDERNESS

MARY E. WALLER

Author of "The Wood carver of 'Lympus," "Flamsted Quarries," "A Year Out of Life," etc.

WITH FRONTISPIECE IN COLOR BY

ARTHUR I. KELLER

TORONTO

MCCLELLAND & GOODCHILD

LIMITED

BY MARY E. WALLER.

Published, October, 1912

THE COLONIAL PRESS

C. H. SIMONDS & CO., BOSTON, U. S. A.

CONTENTS

BOOK ONE

THE JUGGERNAUT

BOOK TWO

THE SEIGNIORY OF LAMORAL

BOOK THREE

FINDING THE TRAIL

BOOK ONE

THE JUGGERNAUT

A Cry in the Wilderness

"You Juggernaut!"

That's exactly what I said, and said aloud too.

I was leaning from the window in my attic room in the old district of New York known as "Chelsea"; both hands were stemmed on the ledge.

"You Juggernaut of a city!" I said again, and found considerable satisfaction in repeating that word. I leaned out still farther into the sickening September heat and defiantly shook my fist, as it were into the face of the monster commercial metropolis of the New World.

I felt the blood rush into my cheeks thin and white enough, so my glass told me... Continue reading book >>

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