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Explorers of the Dawn

by Mazo De la Roche ...

"Explorers of the Dawn" is a departure from De la Roche's more famous series, offering readers a standalone story with its own unique narrative. The novel is set against the backdrop of World War I and follows a group of characters who embark on a journey of self-discovery and exploration.The title suggests themes of adventure, discovery, and the pursuit of new horizons, both literal and ... Read more

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"Explorers of the Dawn" is a departure from De la Roche's more famous series, offering readers a standalone story with its own unique narrative. The novel is set against the backdrop of World War I and follows a group of characters who embark on a journey of self-discovery and exploration.The title suggests themes of adventure, discovery, and the pursuit of new horizons, both literal and
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Renny's Daughter

Whiteoaks of Jalna

by Mazo de la Roche ...

In "Renny's Daughter," Mazo de la Roche weaves a poignant narrative that intricately explores themes of identity, familial expectations, and the challenges of personal freedom within a tightly woven tapestry of Canadian rural life. The novel is marked by de la Roche's masterful prose, which captures both the lush landscapes and the emotional landscapes of her characters. Set against the backdrop ... Read more

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In "Renny's Daughter," Mazo de la Roche weaves a poignant narrative that intricately explores themes of identity, familial expectations, and the challenges of personal freedom within a tightly woven tapestry of Canadian rural life. The novel is marked by de la Roche's masterful prose, which captures both the lush landscapes and the emotional landscapes of her characters. Set against the backdrop
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Possession

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A story of a farm inheritance that cultivates an illicit love affair.For Derek Vale, Grimstone farm is more than an inheritance. It’s an adventure and a retreat all in one, and a chance to start over. But when an affair with a seasonal fruit-picker crosses racial lines, a gathering scandal and an unexpected child are only the first signs of a storm that could rip Grimstone from its foundations. ... Read more

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A story of a farm inheritance that cultivates an illicit love affair.For Derek Vale, Grimstone farm is more than an inheritance. It’s an adventure and a retreat all in one, and a chance to start over. But when an affair with a seasonal fruit-picker crosses racial lines, a gathering scandal and an unexpected child are only the first signs of a storm that could rip Grimstone from its foundations.
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Roch Winds

A Treacherous Guide to the State of Scotland

by Cailean Gallagher ...

Did Scotland's rough wind become something more after the referendum, as so many hoped it would, or did it blow itself out? What power can pessimism have in a nation of newfound self-confidence? A generation ago, the socialist poet Hamish Henderson forecast that 'mair nor a roch wind' - more than a rough wind - would rush through the great glen of the world as empires and nations collapsed. In ... Read more

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Did Scotland's rough wind become something more after the referendum, as so many hoped it would, or did it blow itself out? What power can pessimism have in a nation of newfound self-confidence? A generation ago, the socialist poet Hamish Henderson forecast that 'mair nor a roch wind' - more than a rough wind - would rush through the great glen of the world as empires and nations collapsed. In
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Whiteoak Harvest

Whiteoaks of Jalna

by Mazo de la Roche ...

In "Whiteoak Harvest," Mazo de la Roche deftly weaves a narrative that explores the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of the Whiteoak family saga. This novel features her characteristic blend of vivid imagery and penetrating psychological insight, showcasing the tensions between tradition and modernity in early 20th-century Canadian society. Richly detailed and deeply felt, ... Read more

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In "Whiteoak Harvest," Mazo de la Roche deftly weaves a narrative that explores the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of the Whiteoak family saga. This novel features her characteristic blend of vivid imagery and penetrating psychological insight, showcasing the tensions between tradition and modernity in early 20th-century Canadian society. Richly detailed and deeply felt,
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Variable Winds at Jalna

Whiteoaks of Jalna

by Mazo de la Roche ...

In "Variable Winds at Jalna," Mazo de la Roche continues her exploration of the Whiteoak family saga, painting a vivid portrait of life on the expansive Jalna estate during the early 20th century. This novel is characterized by its lyrical prose and intricate character development, as de la Roche deftly navigates themes of family loyalty, tradition, and the inevitable changes wrought by time. The ... Read more

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In "Variable Winds at Jalna," Mazo de la Roche continues her exploration of the Whiteoak family saga, painting a vivid portrait of life on the expansive Jalna estate during the early 20th century. This novel is characterized by its lyrical prose and intricate character development, as de la Roche deftly navigates themes of family loyalty, tradition, and the inevitable changes wrought by time. The
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Like the First Moon Landing

by Matthew J. Metzger ...

Series Book 1 - Roche Limit
Stranded and injured in deep space, Maggie McLean has one chance at survival—the ship drifting off her starboard side, refusing to answer her distress calls. The ship the whole universe has been looking for.Maggie most of all.The Swift vanished without so much as a cry for help. There have been endless conspiracy theories, from aliens to government corruption to wormholes leading to other ... Read more

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Stranded and injured in deep space, Maggie McLean has one chance at survival—the ship drifting off her starboard side, refusing to answer her distress calls. The ship the whole universe has been looking for.Maggie most of all.The Swift vanished without so much as a cry for help. There have been endless conspiracy theories, from aliens to government corruption to wormholes leading to other
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The Children of the Abbey: A Tale

Enriched edition. A Gothic Romance of Orphans, Betrayal, and Mystery Amid the Dark Sanctuary of an Abbey

by Regina Maria Roche ...

Regina Maria Roche's "The Children of the Abbey: A Tale" is a quintessential example of the Gothic novel, emblematic of the late 18th-century literary movement. The narrative unfurls in a rich tapestry of dark settings and brooding characters, intertwining themes of loss, mystery, and moral ambiguity. Roche's eloquent prose captures the essence of the sublime, inviting readers to delve into the ... Read more

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Regina Maria Roche's "The Children of the Abbey: A Tale" is a quintessential example of the Gothic novel, emblematic of the late 18th-century literary movement. The narrative unfurls in a rich tapestry of dark settings and brooding characters, intertwining themes of loss, mystery, and moral ambiguity. Roche's eloquent prose captures the essence of the sublime, inviting readers to delve into the
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Whiteoak Heritage

Enriched edition. Whiteoaks of Jalna

by Mazo de la Roche, Brett Morgan ...

In "Whiteoak Heritage," Mazo de la Roche weaves a rich tapestry of familial legacy set against the backdrop of the rugged Canadian landscape. This novel, which is the first in the celebrated Jalna series, is characterized by its meticulous attention to character development and vivid descriptions that breathe life into the Whiteoak estate. De la Roche's narrative style, at once lyrical and ... Read more

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In "Whiteoak Heritage," Mazo de la Roche weaves a rich tapestry of familial legacy set against the backdrop of the rugged Canadian landscape. This novel, which is the first in the celebrated Jalna series, is characterized by its meticulous attention to character development and vivid descriptions that breathe life into the Whiteoak estate. De la Roche's narrative style, at once lyrical and
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The cynic's breviary: Maxims and anecdotes from Nicolas de Chamfort

Enriched edition. Insightful Aphorisms and Witty Anecdotes from an Enlightenment Cynic

by Sébastien-Roch-Nicolas Chamfort, Jared Covington ...

Translated by William G. Hutchison ...

In "The Cynic's Breviary: Maxims and Anecdotes from Nicolas de Chamfort," the reader is invited to explore a treasure trove of sharp-witted maxims and poignant anecdotes that encapsulate the essence of 18th-century Enlightenment thought. Chamfort employs a concise, aphoristic style that merges philosophy with satire, reflecting on themes such as human folly, social hypocrisy, and the nature of ... Read more

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In "The Cynic's Breviary: Maxims and Anecdotes from Nicolas de Chamfort," the reader is invited to explore a treasure trove of sharp-witted maxims and poignant anecdotes that encapsulate the essence of 18th-century Enlightenment thought. Chamfort employs a concise, aphoristic style that merges philosophy with satire, reflecting on themes such as human folly, social hypocrisy, and the nature of
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Susanna Moodie / Gabrielle Roy / Robertson Davies / Mazo de la Roche

by Nicholas Maes, Heather Kirk, Anne Cimon, André Vanasse ...

Series series Quest Biography
Presenting four titles in the Quest Biography series that profiles prominent figures in Canada’s history. In these books we explore Canada’s literary heritage. Canadian letters have a prominent place in world literature, and its renown can be traced to authors such as these. Profiled are: pioneer chronicler of the wilderness Susanna Moodie, renowned novelist Robertson Davies, Quebec fiction writer ... Read more

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Presenting four titles in the Quest Biography series that profiles prominent figures in Canada’s history. In these books we explore Canada’s literary heritage. Canadian letters have a prominent place in world literature, and its renown can be traced to authors such as these. Profiled are: pioneer chronicler of the wilderness Susanna Moodie, renowned novelist Robertson Davies, Quebec fiction writer
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La Guerre, Yes Sir!

by Roch Carrier ...

Vital, funny, moving and assured, La Guerre, Yes Sir! is a surrealist fable set in rural Quebec during WWI and one of the major achievements in Canadian fiction. Canadian Literature greeted its first appearance in these terms: It is the French-Canadian writer Roch Carrier who comes closest to the significance, power and artistry of Faulkner at his best … He might well be able to do for French ... Read more

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Vital, funny, moving and assured, La Guerre, Yes Sir! is a surrealist fable set in rural Quebec during WWI and one of the major achievements in Canadian fiction. Canadian Literature greeted its first appearance in these terms: It is the French-Canadian writer Roch Carrier who comes closest to the significance, power and artistry of Faulkner at his best … He might well be able to do for French
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