Tragedy in the Canadian Wilderness which happened long ago becomes the catalyst for English teacher Jack Carment to create an entire year of learning that his students will NEVER forget. Challenged to start up a new private school for a small select group of students, Jack hits upon an idea that has probably never been used before in the world of teaching. Outdoor stories, classroom stories, and lively interaction with his intimate group of students keep this tale moving through a wonderful mix of settings and situations. Ultimately, several of Jack's old friends and acquaintances return to help him answer an ultimate question that climaxes his unique year of teaching.
This is the fourth Jack Carment Tale which are stories about Jack's love for the outdoors and passion for sharing his world with his students. Similar to the other four novellas, Jack spends quality time on outdoor adventures both to problem solve and to reflect on his work life as a dedicated and committed high school English teacher. Unique to this most recent story is Jack's evolution as a teacher moving from public education into an entirely new realm of teaching privately. Jack creates an totally unique and surprising entire school year curriculum for a small select group of students, giving them a year of learning that they will never forget. This novella is filled with lively dialogue and repartee, wonderful outdoor description, and challenging conflicts in the world of education.