Set in the northern territory of Alaska and revolves around the annual event known as the ice pool, which celebrates the dramatic melting of winter ice and marks the beginning of spring in the region.
A story of Alaska, in which honest men and crooks propose, but inscrutable Nature disposes.
The narrative explores themes of hope, luck, and the tension between honest men and crooks, capturing the spirit of a community drawn together by their shared anticipation of the ice's break-up. The story follows Mack Leach, a determined prospector who believes this year is his chance to win the ice pool by cleverly planning a robbery of Con Welch's store. However, after the heist, the ice begins to break, leading to a chaotic chase where the crooks try to escape from the law even as the powerful river threatens to engulf them.
The narrative culminates in a dramatic and suspenseful scene where the inevitable force of nature claims its victims, leaving the fate of the gold and its would-be winners uncertain. Ultimately, the story highlights the unpredictability of life and fortune, as it is revealed that Leach won the pool, but not without significant cost and loss.
Frank Richardson Pierce was born on 21 October, 1881, at Greenfield, Massachusetts, the son of Frank R. and Kitty A. Pierce. Primarily remembered for his westerns, Pierce became one of America's more prolific writers. His career spanned nearly 50 years and produced over 1,500 short stories, 3 novels, and 4 feature films. He died 1966.
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First Published 1928
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