The book Smith of Bear City, And Other Frontier Sketches was written by author Buffum, George Tower, 1846-1926 Here you can read free online of Smith of Bear City, And Other Frontier Sketches book, rate and share your impressions in comments. If you don't know what to write, just answer the question: Why is Smith of Bear City, And Other Frontier Sketches a good or bad book?
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In a close conflict a knife can be used with quicker action and more deadly effect than a revolver. I assumed that the burglar assassin was so equipped, and I knew that in such event my only hope of survival was in a shot through his vitals the moment he began to feel on the bedclothes for me and before he had time to locate me. As quickly as possi- ble I moved to the farther comer of the bed near the wall. I could hear the robber ap- proaching slowly, and when he stopped I knew that he was lis...tening to learn my posi- tion. How thankful I was that I was awake and that there was not the usual deep breath- ing to betray me. The perspiration stood in great drops on my forehead; I could hear my heart thump. I might not have long to live, but the few moments were hours and I was waiting with intense anxiety for action to begin. I did not dare shoot with uncertain aim and thus betray my location. Should I [ 166 ] Smith of Bear City shout fot help, I felt ime that the kni£ft would end my life before aid could reach me.
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