Robert Service

Robert Service was a British-Canadian poet and writer, known for his vivid portrayals of life in the Yukon Territory during the Klondike Gold Rush. Born in 1874, he became famous for his narrative poems, such as "The Cremation of Sam McGee" and "The Shooting of Dan McGrew," which capture the spirit of adventure and hardship in the rugged North. Service's work often reflects themes of hope, survival, and the quest for fortune. His storytelling style, combining humor and pathos, made his poems popular, and he remains an influential figure in Canadian literature.