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Title: The Lane That Had No Turning, Volume 4
Note: Reading ease score: 88.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents: Times were hard in Pontiac -- Medallion's whim -- The prisoner -- An upset price -- A fragment of lives -- The man that died at Alma -- The Baron of Beaugard -- The tune McGilveray played.
Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Lane That Had No Turning, Volume 4" by Gilbert Parker is a work of fiction likely written in the late 19th century. This volume introduces readers to a series of stories centered around the struggles and resilience of the inhabitants of Pontiac, a community grappling with the aftermath of the Rebellion. Key characters such as the baron, locals like Parpon the dwarf, and the dignified Cure illustrate the interplay of hardship, loyalty, and the human spirit within a historical context. The opening portion of the book paints a vivid picture of the dire conditions faced by the residents of Pontiac after the Rebellion, highlighting their quiet suffering as they endure scarcity and hardship. The narrative introduces the Cure, who grapples with the idea of requesting aid from their church in Quebec to support the community, especially the children. In a poignant turn, the dwarf Parpon volunteers to take the urgent plea for help beyond their borders. His journey to Quebec and the emotional power of his singing draw attention, leading to support for Pontiac's struggle, thus weaving themes of hope, charity, and the profound connections between individuals in times of crisis. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932
EBook No.: 6240
Published: Aug 1, 2004
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Canadian fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Lane That Had No Turning, Volume 4
Note: Reading ease score: 88.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents: Times were hard in Pontiac -- Medallion's whim -- The prisoner -- An upset price -- A fragment of lives -- The man that died at Alma -- The Baron of Beaugard -- The tune McGilveray played.
Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Lane That Had No Turning, Volume 4" by Gilbert Parker is a work of fiction likely written in the late 19th century. This volume introduces readers to a series of stories centered around the struggles and resilience of the inhabitants of Pontiac, a community grappling with the aftermath of the Rebellion. Key characters such as the baron, locals like Parpon the dwarf, and the dignified Cure illustrate the interplay of hardship, loyalty, and the human spirit within a historical context. The opening portion of the book paints a vivid picture of the dire conditions faced by the residents of Pontiac after the Rebellion, highlighting their quiet suffering as they endure scarcity and hardship. The narrative introduces the Cure, who grapples with the idea of requesting aid from their church in Quebec to support the community, especially the children. In a poignant turn, the dwarf Parpon volunteers to take the urgent plea for help beyond their borders. His journey to Quebec and the emotional power of his singing draw attention, leading to support for Pontiac's struggle, thus weaving themes of hope, charity, and the profound connections between individuals in times of crisis. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932
EBook No.: 6240
Published: Aug 1, 2004
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Canadian fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.