Code of the Mounted

Code of the Mounted is a novel by Floria Howe Bruess, written in the early 20th century, set in the harsh Arctic environment. The story follows Sergeant Hardy and Keith Morely during a life-or-death manhunt, exploring themes of duty, sacrifice, and moral complexity. As Hardy pursues Morely, a desperate mail robber, they find themselves trapped in a cabin during a blizzard, where Hardy contracts smallpox and Morely must confront his own criminal actions while caring for his enemy. This narrative highlights the transformative power of compassion under extreme circumstances.