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The story follows the life of Richard Vane, who becomes entangled in a conflict over timber rights in the Canadian wilderness. As Vane navigates the complexities of the timber industry, he encounters various characters and grapples with issues of morality, love, and the impact of industrialization on the natural landscape.Harold Bindloss was recognized for his vivid descriptions of the Canadian landscape and his ability to create authentic settings within his stories. "Vane of the Timberlands" reflects Bindloss's fascination with the rugged wilderness and the lives of those involved in resource extraction industries.The novel offers readers a glimpse into the challenges faced by loggers, the conflicts arising from competing interests in the timber trade, and the human relationships and moral dilemmas in the backdrop of the Canadian wilderness during the early 20th century.