| Author |
Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932 |
| Title |
A Romany of the Snows, vol. 2
Being a Continuation of the Personal Histories of "Pierre and His People" and the Last Existing Records of Pretty Pierre
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 90.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Contents |
Malachi -- The lake of the Great Slave -- The Red Patrol -- The going of the white swan -- At Bamber's Boom.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"A Romany of the Snows, vol. 2" by Gilbert Parker is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. This continuation of the themes from "Pierre and His People" delves into the stark realities of life in the snowy northern territories, portraying the interwoven destinies of characters like Pierre and Malachi. The narrative explores deep emotional landscapes, featuring themes of sacrifice, love, and the search for justice. The opening of the book introduces us to a group of men engaged in conversation around a fire, discussing the fate of Malachi, who is facing execution. Pierre recounts Malachi's story, detailing his troubled past and the circumstances that have led him to this dire moment. As the dialogue unfolds, we learn about Malachi's connection to a girl named Norice, his struggles, and the depth of his silence during his trial, which is a significant aspect of his character. The opening sets the tone for a rich tapestry of storytelling laced with themes of loyalty, justice, and tragedy, as Pierre prepares to share the greater story of Malachi's life and choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Canada, Northern -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories, Canadian
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6181 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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