The Lure of the Labrador Wild
1905
The Lure of the Labrador Wild, published in 1905 by Dillon Wallace, recounts the ill-fated expedition led by Leonidas Hubbard, Jr. to explore the uncharted wilderness of Labrador. The narrative details the challenges faced by Hubbard and his companions, including starvation and harsh weather, as they search for the elusive Lake Michikamau. This adventure story highlights themes of exploration, friendship, and the stark realities of nature, while also reflecting on the tragedy of Hubbard's journey, which ultimately ended in his death. Wallace's account serves as both a tribute to his friend and a cautionary tale of the dangers inherent in exploration.
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“You'll say each trip will be the last, but when you come home you'll hear the voice of the wilderness calling you to return, and it will lure you away again and again.””
— Dillon Wallace
