Finn the wolfhound
by OpenStories
Original author: A. J. Dawson
"Finn The Wolfhound" by A. J. Dawson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around an extraordinary Irish Wolfhound named Finn and his experiences from birth, showcasing his development alongside human companions in a rich narrative filled with emotional moments and themes of loyalty, animal companionship, and the highs and lows of breeding champion dogs. The opening portion introduces readers to the Master, an aspiring breeder of Irish Wolfhounds, who is filled with nostalgia as he reflects on the past with his beloved Tara, the mother of Finn. It captures the moment prior to Finn's arrival into the world and highlights the deep bonds between dogs and their human caretakers. With Tara’s puppies being born and cared for amidst the bustling life of their human counterparts, the narrative immediately immerses us in the heartwarming dynamics of the kennel life and sets the stage for Finn’s eventual journey of growth and adventure, hinting at his remarkable potential as the biggest Wolfhound bred. Throughout the opening, the warmth of companionship and the quiet struggles of the Master unfold against the backdrop of Finn’s beginnings, establishing a strong emotional connection from the very first chapters.
Finn the wolfhound, by A. J. Dawson. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #30550.
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33 Chapters
- 1.Chapter I: The Mother of Heroes3,821 words
- 2.Chapter II: In the Beginning4,018 words
- 3.Chapter III: The Foster-Mother3,229 words
- 4.Chapter IV: First Steps3,586 words
- 5.Chapter V: Youth Beside the Downs3,793 words
- 6.Chapter VI: The Ordeal of the Ring5,371 words
- 7.Chapter VII: Revelations3,923 words
- 8.Chapter VIII: Finn Walks Alone5,361 words
- 9.Chapter IX: The Heart of Tara3,051 words
- 10.Chapter X: A Transition Stage3,282 words
- 11.Chapter XI: A Sea Change2,545 words
- 12.Chapter XII: The Parting of the Ways3,188 words
- 13.Chapter XIII: An Adventure by Night2,051 words
- 14.Chapter XIV: The Southern Cross Circus3,921 words
- 15.Chapter XV: The Making of a Wild Beast2,549 words
- 16.Chapter XVI: Martyrdom4,168 words
- 17.Chapter XVII: Freedom3,781 words
- 18.Chapter XVIII: Too Late805 words
- 19.Chapter XIX: The Domestic Lure3,063 words
- 20.Chapter XX: The Sunday Hunt4,691 words
- 21.Chapter XXI: Three Dingoes Went A-Walking4,475 words
- 22.Chapter XXII: A Break-Up in Arcadia2,153 words
- 23.Chapter XXIII: The Outcast2,806 words
- 24.Chapter XXIV: A Lone Bachelor2,911 words
- 25.Chapter XXV: Mated2,980 words
- 26.Chapter XXVI: The Pack and Its Masters3,076 words
- 27.Chapter XXVII: Single Combat3,109 words
- 28.Chapter XXVIII: Domestic Life in the Mountain Den2,973 words
- 29.Chapter XXIX: Tragedy in the Mountain Den2,293 words
- 30.Chapter XXX: The Exodus2,996 words
- 31.Chapter XXXI: The Trail of Man3,955 words
- 32.Chapter XXXII: In the Last Ditch3,311 words
- 33.Chapter XXXIII: Back From the Wild1,116 words