The Maid of the Whispering Hills by Vingie E. Roe
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| Author | Roe, Vingie E. (Vingie Eve), 1879-1958 |
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| Title | The Maid of the Whispering Hills |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger |
| Summary | "The Maid of the Whispering Hills" by Vingie E. Roe is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set in a remote fur trading post in the late 18th century, focusing on the lives of adventurous and spirited characters, particularly Maren Le Moyne, a determined woman aiming to venture westward, and young Anders McElroy, the factor of Fort de Seviere. The book explores themes of adventure, resilience, and the quest for a better life amidst the wilderness and the incidents of life at the trading post. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to Fort de Seviere and its inhabitants, emphasizing the challenges and social dynamics of life there. The opening scene showcases the tense confrontation between a woman who stands up for a mistreated dog and a cruel trapper, establishing the central characters and the moral fabric of the post. As rumors of new arrivals circulate, including a group of adventurers led by Maren Le Moyne, we see glimpses of camaraderie, cultural exchange, and the complexities of human relationships in the wilderness. The story promises to intertwine these characters' fates against the backdrop of exploration and survival in uncharted territories. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Northwest, Canadian -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5253 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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