Cameron of Lochiel

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Aubert de Gaspé, Philippe, 1786-1871

Contributor:

Edwards, H. C. (Harry C.), 1868-1922.

Roberts, Charles G. D., Sir, 1860-1943

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Cameron of Lochiel" by Philippe Aubert de Gaspé is a historical romance written in the mid-19th century. The narrative centers around Archibald Cameron of Lochiel, a young Scotch exile in Canada, and his friendship with Jules D'Haberville, a Canadian seigneur's son. The story explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the cultural interplay between French and English Canadian societies during a time of political tension. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the vibrant life in Quebec as two young men, Jules D'Haberville and Archibald Cameron, prepare to part ways after their studies at the Jesuits' College. The opening portrays their camaraderie, showcasing Jules's lively personality against Archie's more reserved nature, hinting at the deep bond that will be tested by their differing allegiances in the brewing conflicts of their era. As they prepare to navigate their futures, the story promises a rich exploration of their friendship against the backdrop of Canada's historical landscape, filled with cultural references, local traditions, and the trials faced by exiles and Canadians alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jana Palkova and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2016-09-27