Northern Lights, Complete - Parker, Gilbert
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Experience the rugged beauty and untamed spirit of early 20th century Northern Canada in Gilbert Parker's "Northern Lights, Complete." This classic work of Canadian historical fiction weaves together elements of romance and adventure against the backdrop of the vast and challenging northern landscape. Set in a bygone era, Parker's novel transports readers to a time of pioneering spirit and dramatic landscapes. This meticulously prepared edition offers a glimpse into the lives and loves of those who dared to make their home in the Canadian North. Dive into this timeless tale of love, hardship,…mehr

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Experience the rugged beauty and untamed spirit of early 20th century Northern Canada in Gilbert Parker's "Northern Lights, Complete." This classic work of Canadian historical fiction weaves together elements of romance and adventure against the backdrop of the vast and challenging northern landscape. Set in a bygone era, Parker's novel transports readers to a time of pioneering spirit and dramatic landscapes. This meticulously prepared edition offers a glimpse into the lives and loves of those who dared to make their home in the Canadian North. Dive into this timeless tale of love, hardship, and resilience, where the characters' destinies are intertwined with the majestic power of the northern lights. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Gilbert Parker (1862-1932) was a Canadian-born English novelist and British politician. His literary career burgeoned with the success of his first novel, 'Mrs. Falchion' (1893), but he gained international acclaim with a series of romantic and adventure novels set against Canadian landscapes. Numerous works followed, wherein Parker combined his astute understanding of human nature with his rich experiences garnered from abroad. His prolific writing gifted the literary world with over 50 works of fiction, including 'The Seats of the Mighty' (1896), remembered for its vivid portrayal of historical Canada. His collection 'Northern Lights, Complete' encapsulates his unique literary style-a blend of complex characters embroiled in moral dilemmas, reflective of the social mores of his time. Parker's narrative technique often involved the intertwining of the personal and political, providing both entertainment and implicit social commentary. A deft storyteller, Parker was knighted in 1902, an acknowledgment not only of his literary contributions but also his political influence as a member of the British Empire's intellectual elite. His works remain a testament to his literary craftsmanship and his ability to capture the essence of the human spirit against the backdrop of the vast Canadian North.