The House of Cariboo, and Other Tales from Arcadia by A. Paul Gardiner
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Author | Gardiner, A. Paul |
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Illustrator | Graef, Robert A., 1879-1951 |
Title | The House of Cariboo, and Other Tales from Arcadia |
Note | Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
Contents | The Archipelago -- Along The Front -- The House of Cariboo -- The growing maskinonge. |
Credits |
Produced by Larry B. Harrison, Susan Theresa Morin and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
Summary | "The House of Cariboo and Other Tales from Arcadia" by A. Paul Gardiner is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. This work intertwines themes of family, adventure, and struggles against the backdrop of rural Canadian life, notably focusing on the Cameron family and their hardships. The stories explore various characters as they navigate through their lives, driven by deep familial ties and the pursuit of fortune in the gold fields. The opening of the narrative introduces us to the enchanting Arcadian Archipelago, a peaceful setting that contrasts with the struggles faced by its inhabitants. We meet Andy Cameron, who is deeply troubled by the financial burdens faced by his family, as well as his brothers, especially Laughing Donald, who is burdened by his own misfortunes and health issues. As Andy contemplates the drastic step of heading to the gold fields of British Columbia to secure a better future for his family, a mix of hope and despair permeates the pages. This setup establishes the foundation for a heartfelt exploration of familial loyalty, personal sacrifice, and the quest for prosperity amidst adversity, setting the stage for the unfolding stories of life in the quaint yet challenging Canadian countryside. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
Subject | Canada -- Fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 53220 |
Release Date | Oct 6, 2016 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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