{"product_id":"the-pride-of-monte-cristo","title":"The Pride of Monte Cristo","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn The Pride of Monte Cristo, JD Howard explores life in the remote mining camp of Monte Cristo in 1896 and details the story of a young artist who travels there to live with relatives and paint the breathtaking landscapes. But when a devastating flood washes away the town's only link to the outside world and leaves them stranded, the community comes together to evacuate through the wilderness of Western Washington.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis accurate and precise historical novel, illustrated by Deborah Fox, follows a strongly imagined narrative and brings a unique view to the by-gone ways of pioneers, miners and railroaders. JD Howard's literary contribution makes him a noteworthy figure in Pacific Northwest story telling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eWell told and deeply researched, this is a captivating story based on actual people and events from the isolated, spectacular mountain setting of gold rush Monte Cristo in the 1890s. Highly recommended!\u003c\/em\u003e\" - David A. Cameron: Historian - Monte Cristo Preservation Association\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"What fun! This book draws vivid pictures of the people, the scenery, and the challenges of civilizing this part of the Pacific Northwest. Real places, real people, and a really enjoyable story line.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Fred Cruger: Snohomish County Historical Preservation Commission\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"James P. Cuthill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67583329796285,"sku":"BS-TC0-604314","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/9767\/2637\/files\/9781733604314-HD.jpg?v=1790512851","url":"https:\/\/boundigo.com\/products\/the-pride-of-monte-cristo","provider":"Boundigo Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}