Centenary at Jalna

Centenary at Jalna

By Mazo de la Roche
Michael Caine
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Length11h 31m

About this audiobook

In "Centenary at Jalna," Mazo de la Roche masterfully weaves a tapestry of family drama and societal changes, set against the rich backdrop of the Canadian landscape. This novel is part of the renowned Jalna series, renowned for its vivid portrayal of the Whiteoaks, a fictional family whose legacy spans generations. De la Roche employs a lyrical prose style that blends naturalistic descriptions with penetrating psychological insights, exploring themes of heritage, conflict, and the passage of time. As the title suggests, this installment marks a significant milestone, reflecting on the hundred years of family history while delving into the evolving dynamics of rural Canadian life and the impact of modernization on longstanding traditions. Mazo de la Roche, an influential figure in Canadian literature, was deeply inspired by her own familial experiences and the rural settings of Ontario. Her keen awareness of class structures and gender roles undoubtedly informed her portrayal of the Whiteoak family, allowing her to capture the complexities of human relationships amid the rigidities of societal expectations. Her commitment to exploring the Canadian identity and landscape places her among the great literary giants of her time, bridging the gap between personal narrative and broader cultural commentary. "Centenary at Jalna" is highly recommended for readers seeking an engaging exploration of familial legacy and the intricacies of Canadian identity. Through de la Roche's intricate storytelling and rich character development, readers will find themselves immersed in the joys and sorrows of the Whiteoaks, making this novel both a compelling read and an essential addition to the canon of Canadian literature.

Audiobook details

GenreGeneral Fiction, Historical Fiction
Length11 hrs 31 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 1, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1I MARY WHITEOAK’S WORLD
18XVIII BACK TO FIDDLER’S HUT
2II FINCH’S RETURN
19XIX COMING OF COLD WEATHER
3III THE PROMISING BOY
20XX FINCH AND SYLVIA
4IV IN THE BASEMENT KITCHEN—AND AFTER
21XXI THE SNOWMAN
5V SEEN THROUGH A PICTURE WINDOW
22XXII WINTER
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6VI FATHER AND DAUGHTER
23XXIII AFTERMATH
7VII ADELINE AND PHILIP
24XXIV THE TOLLING OF THE BELL
8VIII HOW THEY TOOK THE NEWS
25XXV THE STOLEN FLOWERS
9IX THE DINNER PARTY
26XXVI IN SEARCH OF A HOME
10X THE LETTER
27XXVII WINTER MOVES ON
11XI PREPARING THE HUT, AND THE ARRIVAL
28XXVIII CONVERSATION IN THE KITCHEN
12XII THE TWO IN THE HUT
29XXIX SPIDER OR ROSE
13XIII GOINGS AND COMINGS
30XXX THE CHRISTENING
14XIV TEA WITH THE WRAGGES
31XXXI THE CENTENARY AT HAND
15XV WAKEFIELD AND MOLLY
32XXXII A HUNDRED YEARS OLD
16XVI THIS AND THAT
33XXXIII DENNIS
17XVII SEVEN BY A LAKE
34XXXIV THE WEDDING

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