Philip Steele of the Royal Northwest Mounted Police

Set against a backdrop of a fierce storm, the narrative captures the profound loneliness experienced by Philip Steele as he writes a letter he may never send. The relentless wind and sleet create a haunting atmosphere, amplifying his isolation in a remote cabin surrounded by the chaos of nature. The vivid descriptions of the storm's fury and the eerie sounds of the wilderness evoke a sense of dread and reflection, highlighting the struggle between human vulnerability and the overwhelming power of the natural world.