The Whelps Of The Wolf (1922)

The Whelps Of The Wolf is a novel written by George Marsh and published in 1922. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the lives of two young boys, Jack and Tom, who live in a small village in the English countryside. The boys are fascinated by the local legend of the wolf that roams the nearby woods, and they often play games pretending to be hunters tracking the wolf.As the boys grow older, they become more aware of the harsh realities of life in the village. Jack's father is a drunkard who beats his wife and children, while Tom's family struggles to make ends meet. Despite their difficult circumstances, the boys remain close friends and continue to explore the woods and hunt for the wolf.One day, Jack and Tom stumble upon a group of poachers in the woods. The poachers are hunting illegally and have set traps for the wolf. Jack and Tom realize that they must act quickly to save the wolf from being killed. They form a plan to catch the poachers and turn them over to the authorities.The Whelps Of The Wolf is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the struggle between good and evil. Marsh's vivid descriptions of the English countryside and its inhabitants bring the story to life, while his portrayal of the boys' adventures and their encounters with the wolf and the poachers will keep readers on the edge of their seats.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.