The Penobscot Man


Read by John Greenman

The Penobscot Man is a collection of true stories about the river drivers, guides, and woodsmen of Maine’s Penobscot River. Fannie Hardy Eckstorm writes from a firsthand knowledge of the region. The book portrays the men's dangerous log‑driving work, their courage and hardships, and the local legends and characters that shaped life along the river. Note: Occasionally, somewhat racist remarks or characterizations make their way into the narrative, reflecting the biases of the era. (Summary by John Greenman)

Chapters

Introductory 6:29 Read by John Greenman
Ch. I - Lugging Boat on Sowadnehunk 24:51 Read by John Greenman
Ch. II - The Grim Tale of Larry Connors 30:15 Read by John Greenman
Ch. III - Hymns before Battle 14:24 Read by John Greenman
Ch. IV - The Death of Thoreau's Guide 47:25 Read by John Greenman
Ch. V - The Gray Rock of Abol 54:02 Read by John Greenman
Ch. VI - A Clump of Posies 42:37 Read by John Greenman
Ch. VII - Working Nights 40:13 Read by John Greenman
Ch. VIII - The Naughty Pride of Black Sebat and Others 55:12 Read by John Greenman
Ch. IX - Rescue 1:02:31 Read by John Greenman
Ch. X - "Joyfully" 13:47 Read by John Greenman