Corcoran's The Name
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
What does it take to carve out a life on your own terms in a vast and rugged territory? In this captivating 1967 adventure novel by acclaimed author and maritime adventurer Olaf Ruhen, readers are introduced to the spirited young protagonist, Corcoran. Drawing heavily from Ruhen's own rich background working with horse teams and exploring the sweeping expanses of the region, the narrative follows Corcoran as he navigates the trials, unexpected freedoms, and deep cultural landscapes of his world. Equal parts coming-of-age story and vivid historical travelogue, the book captures a unique slice of rugged resourcefulness where a person's word and their wits are their only currency. Ruhen’s signature storytelling flair breathes life into every dusty track and backcountry encounter, delivering a story brimming with authenticity, grit, and the enduring human spirit.
Author: Olaf Ruhen
Format: Hardback
Published: 1967, Angus and Robertson
Genre: Adventure fiction
Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
What does it take to carve out a life on your own terms in a vast and rugged territory? In this captivating 1967 adventure novel by acclaimed author and maritime adventurer Olaf Ruhen, readers are introduced to the spirited young protagonist, Corcoran. Drawing heavily from Ruhen's own rich background working with horse teams and exploring the sweeping expanses of the region, the narrative follows Corcoran as he navigates the trials, unexpected freedoms, and deep cultural landscapes of his world. Equal parts coming-of-age story and vivid historical travelogue, the book captures a unique slice of rugged resourcefulness where a person's word and their wits are their only currency. Ruhen’s signature storytelling flair breathes life into every dusty track and backcountry encounter, delivering a story brimming with authenticity, grit, and the enduring human spirit.