The Seats of the Mighty - Parker, Gilbert
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Set during the British conquest of Quebec in the 18th century, this historical novel follows Captain Robert Moray, a British officer taken prisoner by the French. Through a gripping tale of political intrigue, romance, and war, Gilbert Parker vividly brings to life the tensions between French and British forces. The novel explores themes of honor, love, and power against the backdrop of a defining moment in Canadian history. Sir Horatio Gilbert George Parker, 1st Baronet PC (1862-1932) was a Canadian novelist and British politician. The best of his novels are those about the history and life…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
Set during the British conquest of Quebec in the 18th century, this historical novel follows Captain Robert Moray, a British officer taken prisoner by the French. Through a gripping tale of political intrigue, romance, and war, Gilbert Parker vividly brings to life the tensions between French and British forces. The novel explores themes of honor, love, and power against the backdrop of a defining moment in Canadian history. Sir Horatio Gilbert George Parker, 1st Baronet PC (1862-1932) was a Canadian novelist and British politician. The best of his novels are those about the history and life of the French Canadians. Pierre and his People (1892) was followed by Mrs. Falchion (1893), The Trail of the Sword (1894), When Valmond came to Pontiac (1895), An Adventurer of Icy North (1895), and The Seats of the Mighty (1896, dramatized in 1897).
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Gilbert Parker (1862-1932) was a Canadian novelist, politician, and journalist, known for his vivid story -telling and engaging narratives. Born in Ontario, he became prominent in the early 20th century, particularly for his works that often explore themes of adventure, love, and the complexities of human relationships. Parker is best known for his novels such as ""The Seats of the Mighty,"" which depicts the struggles and conflicts in Canada during the time of French and English colonialism, and ""Carnac's Folly,"" which highlights the tension between ambition and the natural world. His writing is characterized by rich descriptions of the Canadian landscape and an exploration of both personal and societal issues. In addition to his literary career, Parker was involved in politics and served as a Member of Parliament in Canada. His contributions to literature and public life have left a lasting legacy, and he remains an important figure in Canadian literary history.