Three Came to Ville Marie (eBook)

Alan Sullivan (Autor)

Alan Sullivan (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
249 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654718754-7 (EAN)

Infos

Set against the backdrop of 17th-century New France, Alan Sullivan's "Three Came to Ville Marie" weaves a compelling narrative that intricately explores themes of adventure, faith, and resilience. The novel is characterized by its rich historical detail and lyrical prose, effectively transporting readers to a time when the French colonists confronted the vast wilderness and indigenous cultures of North America. Sullivan's narrative is not merely a recounting of historical events; it invites readers to explore the inner struggles and moral dilemmas faced by the titular characters, who grapple with their beliefs and aspirations in a society marked by both opportunity and peril. Alan Sullivan, known for his dedication to historical accuracy and depth of characterization, draws upon his own fascination with the early years of colonial Canada to craft this engaging tale. An author with a varied literary background, Sullivan's work embodies a lifelong engagement with history, culture, and the human spirit, elements that coalesce in this novel's intricate portrayal of faith and determination amidst the trials of frontier life. "Three Came to Ville Marie" is an essential read for those enthralled by historical fiction that not only entertains but also enriches understanding of Canada's colonial past. Its evocative storytelling and profound moral inquiries make it a remarkable contribution to literature, appealing to both history enthusiasts and general readers alike.

Autor

Alan Sullivan (1868-1947) was a distinguished Canadian author, engineer, and poet, renowned for his vivid portrayal of Canada's landscapes and history. His robust literary oeuvre often reflects his engineering background and his profound love for the Canadian wilderness. Sullivan's novel 'Three Came to Ville Marie' is a profound exemplar of his masterful storytelling abilities, capturing the spirit of adventure and the complexities of settlement in New France, the early French colony that would eventually become part of modern-day Canada. A quintessential illustration of his narrative art, Sullivan's work in 'Three Came to Ville Marie' resonates with his overarching thematic concern for the interplay between humans and their environments, a leitmotif that he explored through both fiction and verse. His literary style often intertwined elements of romance with the stark realities of pioneer life, alluding to the broader cultural and historical forces at play during the periods about which he wrote. Sullivan's contribution to Canadian literature rests not only with his fictional works but also with his poetry and non-fiction, which altogether present a panorama of a burgeoning nation's soul and landscape.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 17th century • 17th century fiction • 17th century Montreal • Alan Sullivan author • author Alan Sullivan • Canada • Canadiana • Canadian literature • colonial America tales • Colonial Montreal • cultural clashes • Diverse characters • early Canadian settlements • Early settlers Canada • evocative prose • exploration era narrative • Exploration New France • Fiction • French-Canadian immigrants • French colonial settlers • Hardships colonization • Historical • Historical Canadian novel • historical fiction • historical fiction novel • Historical fiction Quebec • Identity Exploration • New France • new france history • Pioneering women Ville Marie • power struggles • Quebec • Religious persecution colonization • Romance • survival narrative • Ville Marie story