Erscheint: August 2026
Buch (Softcover): Belletristik
The Master of The Mill
Verlag:
Alpha Editions Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P36348466
EAN: 9789376558698
Erscheint: August 2026
Versand: Kostenlos
CHF 46.–
Beschreibung
A sudden whistle pierces the dawn, echoing across a prairie town where the rhythm of the mill sets the pace of daily life. Shadows lengthen over fields and streets, as families rise to the relentless hum of industry that both sustains and divides their world. Set against the backdrop of early twentieth-century Canada, this Canadian literary fiction classic draws readers into the intricate web of small-town existence, where every ambition, secret, and sorrow is magnified by the close confines of community. Within its pages, the realities of Canadian rural life are rendered with unflinching honesty, capturing the gruelling demands and fragile hopes of those who labour beneath the smokestacks. The novel explores the profound impact of industrialisation in literature, chronicling the tensions that arise as traditional ways of living collide with the unstoppable march of progress. Through its nuanced portrayal of Canadian small town life, the narrative becomes a sweeping Canadian family saga, revealing how fortunes and fates are shaped by the land, the mill, and the choices made in the shadow of both. The story stands as a testament to Canadian social realism, offering a rare, intimate glimpse into the aspirations and hardships of a community on the cusp of change. Readers are drawn into the subtle drama of prairie novel Canada, where the landscape itself becomes a silent character, shaping destinies and reflecting the inner struggles of its people. Every page is imbued with the authenticity and depth that mark the finest Canadian fiction novels, making it a touchstone for those who cherish Canadian historical fiction and the enduring questions it raises about belonging, ambition, and resilience. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- Frederick Philip Grove
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2026
Format
- Buch (Softcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 302