The World for Sale, Complete by Gilbert Parker
"The World for Sale" by Gilbert Parker is a novel written during the early 20th century. Set in the Canadian West, the story follows the lives of the residents of two competing towns, Lebanon and Manitou, as tensions rise between their differing cultural philosophies and backgrounds. The narrative focuses on the experiences of the central character, Fleda Druse, a daring and adventurous young woman, as she navigates the challenges posed by her
environment, her heritage, and her personal aspirations. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to a vivid depiction of the landscape and social dynamics at play in the towns of Lebanon and Manitou. The story begins with a dramatic account of Fleda Druse attempting to conquer the treacherous Carillon Rapids in her canoe, showcasing her fierce independence and connection to the wilderness. Observers, including two townsmen and Indigenous characters, watch with a mix of admiration and apprehension as she braves the waters. Her journey serves as a catalyst for unfolding emotions and conflicts, particularly as it reveals her interactions with other significant characters, such as Max Ingolby, a ambitious financier with plans for the towns, and Jethro Fawe, a young Romany man who presents a claim to her based on a pact made in her childhood. This rich blend of character development and poignant setting invites readers to delve deeper into themes of identity, cultural clash, and personal destiny. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932 |
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| Title | The World for Sale, Complete |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Northwest, Canadian -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6284 |
| Release Date | Nov 19, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 832 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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