Marianson: From "Mackinac And Lake Stories", 1899: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Marianson: From "Mackinac And Lake Stories", 1899: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Marianson: From "Mackinac And Lake Stories", 1899 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Catherwood, Mary Hartwell (1847–1902).
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"Marianson" by Mary Hartwell Catherwood is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the War of 1812, the story explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the human spirit amidst the turmoil of conflict. The narrative primarily revolves around the encounters between a young Canadian voyageur and a widow living on Mackinac Island as they navigate the dangers presented by the British and Native American alliances. The plot begins with the British landing on Mackinac Island, where a young voyageur, disillusioned by his role in the conflict, flees to a cave to evade capture. Inside the cave, he meets Marianson Bruelle, a widow who maintains a fiercely independent spirit and has a deep connection to her environment. As they share food and shelter, a bond of intimacy develops between them, culminating in a poignant embrace before the voyageur must leave. However, tragedy strikes when the young man is killed by a Sioux, leaving Marianson devastated. The narrative captures a moment in time where love emerges in the face of impending danger, and ends on a haunting note with Marianson grieving in solitude, holding the lifeless body of her beloved against the backdrop of the vibrant natural landscape they inhabited.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Marianson: From "Mackinac And Lake Stories", 1899
- Author credits: Catherwood, Mary Hartwell (1847–1902)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Mackinac Island (Mich. : Island) -- Fiction
- Michigan -- Fiction
- United States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
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