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Parker, Gilbert
1862
1932
Parker, Horatio Gilbert
Parker, Gilbert, Sir, bart.
The Lane That Had No Turning, Volume 1
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lane_that_Had_No_Turning,_and_Other_Tales_Concerning_the_People_of_Pontiac
Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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"The Lane That Had No Turning, Volume 1" by Gilbert Parker is a novel set in the late 19th century, likely during the early years of the 1900s. The story revolves around the complex relationships and tensions among the French Canadian populace in the fictional town of Pontiac, particularly focusing on its new Seigneur, Louis Racine, and his wife, the celebrated singer Madelinette Lajeunesse. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the impacts of societal changes on individual lives, especially under the shadow of colonial rule. The opening of the novel introduces us to the socio-political climate in Pontiac, where the English Governor has arrived amidst rumors of disloyalty among the inhabitants, and Louis Racine is struggling with his identity as a deformity-plagued leader trying to uphold his familial lineage and societal worth. Madelinette, having returned from a successful singing career in Paris, seeks to support her husband while navigating her emotional turmoil regarding their life together and the looming challenges of Louis's aspirations coupled with his personal insecurities. As tensions rise and personal conflicts deepen, the foundation is set for a tale fraught with drama and emotional complexity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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