A Romany of the Snows, vol. 3 by Gilbert Parker
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"A Romany of the Snows, vol. 3" by Gilbert Parker is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. This volume is part of a larger narrative that continues the personal histories of the characters from "Pierre and His People," exploring themes of companionship, tragedy, and the intersection of social classes through the lives of various characters, including the old man John Rupert and his granddaughter Judith, alongside river-drivers like Jules
Brydon. The beginning of this volume introduces readers to the Bridge House, a location steeped in history and previous activity, now home to John Rupert and Judith after they move in following a change in circumstances. As they adapt to their new life, the story unfolds around the river, which acts as a central force, linking the lives of the characters. Notably, a moment of crisis arises when Brydon, a river-boss, bravely saves John Rupert from a treacherous situation in the river, leading to a complex relationship between him and Judith. This gripping opening establishes a setting rich with emotional stakes and a cast of characters navigating love, sacrifice, and social standing against the backdrop of the rugged Canadian wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title |
A Romany of the Snows, vol. 3 Being a Continuation of the Personal Histories of "Pierre and His People" and the Last Existing Records of Pretty Pierre |
| Contents | The Bridge House -- The epaulettes -- The house with the broken shutter -- The finding of Fingall -- Three commandments in the vulgar tongue. |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 89.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Canada, Northern -- Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories, Canadian |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6182 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 210 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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