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The River's Children
EAN : 9791041952496
Édition papier
EAN : 9791041952496
Paru le : 20 sept. 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041952496
- Réf. fournisseur : 304373
- Date Parution : 20 sept. 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 78
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:5 mm
- Poids : 114gr
- Résumé : "The River's Children: An Idyl of the Mississippi" by Ruth McEnery Stuart is a narrative that intertwines the lives of various characters living along the Mississippi River, exploring themes of faith, resilience, and community. The story begins with the Mississippi River threatening to overflow, causing anxiety among the residents. Two men, Felix and Adolphe, discuss the river's power and the precariousness of their fortunes, revealing their reliance on faith and community support to withstand the river's whims. Meanwhile, an old black couple, Hannah and Israel, live on the riverbank, caring for a young girl named Blossom. They are haunted by the absence of Blossom's father, Harold Le Duc, who went to war and never returned. Despite their fears, they hold onto hope and faith that he will come back. The narrative shifts to recount the history of Harold Le Duc and his family, detailing the events that led to his departure and the couple's guardianship of Blossom. The story paints a vivid picture of life along the Mississippi, highlighting the cultural and social dynamics of the time. Through the characters' struggles and interactions, Stuart delves into the complexities of human emotions and the enduring power of hope and faith in the face of uncertainty.
