The Forge in the Forest by Sir Charles G. D. Roberts
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| Author | Roberts, Charles G. D., Sir, 1860-1943 |
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| Title |
The Forge in the Forest Being the Narrative of the Acadian Ranger, Jean de Mer, Seigneur de Briart; and How He Crossed the Black Abbé; and of His Adventures in a Strange Fellowship |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "The Forge in the Forest" by Sir Charles G. D. Roberts is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the Acadian region of Nova Scotia, focusing on Jean de Mer, the Seigneur de Briart, and his son Marc as they navigate the tumultuous tensions between the Acadians and the English during a period of conflict. This richly detailed narrative intertwines themes of loyalty, heritage, and the struggle against oppression, centering on the family’s resilience in the face of threats, particularly from the enigmatic Black Abbé. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to the idyllic yet historically charged setting of Acadie, where memories of a past civilization linger amid the pastoral landscape. As the narrative begins, we meet Marc and his father, who have just reunited after a prolonged separation due to the war. Their tensions with English forces are palpable, and discussions reveal Marc’s deep loyalty to his father and his commitment to the Acadian cause. However, they soon find themselves in dire circumstances when the Black Abbé, a treacherous priest, captures them, branding Marc as a traitor and spy. The opening scenes set the stage for intrigue and action, hinting at a battle not just for survival, but for identity and honor in a land overshadowed by conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Canada -- History -- To 1763 (New France) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Acadians -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33470 |
| Release Date | Nov 23, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 80 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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