Trial By Fire: A Tale Of The Great Lakes is a novel written by Richard Matthews Hallet and published in 1916. The story is set in the early 1900s and follows the life of a young man named Jack Merrill, who dreams of becoming a captain of a Great Lakes vessel. Jack's dream comes true when he is hired as a deckhand on a steamship. However, his journey is not without its challenges.As Jack navigates the treacherous waters of the Great Lakes, he faces dangerous storms, icebergs, and rivalries among the crew. He also finds himself caught up in a love triangle between two women, which threatens to distract him from his duties.After a tragic accident on board the ship, Jack is put on trial for his actions. The trial becomes a test of his character and his ability to lead under pressure. With the help of his lawyer, Jack fights to clear his name and prove his worth as a captain.Trial By Fire: A Tale Of The Great Lakes is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of the Great Lakes region and the challenges faced by those who work on its waters. It is a timeless tale of perseverance, courage, and the power of redemption.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.