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The Right of Way — Complete

Redemption and Love in the Early 20th Century: A Historical Tale of Forgiveness and Personal GrowthBy Gilbert Parker

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In "The Right of Way 'Äî Complete," Gilbert Parker adeptly weaves a compelling narrative that explores the complexities of love, sacrifice, and moral dilemmas within the turbulent backdrop of early 20th-century Canada. Utilizing a richly descriptive literary style, Parker engages the reader with vivid imagery and multi-dimensional characters that oscillate between idyllic beauty and raw human emotion. The novel'Äôs thematic underpinning reflects a keen awareness of social justice and individual rights, echoing the transitional literary movements of realism and romanticism that marked its time. Gilbert Parker (1862-1932) was a celebrated Canadian author and journalist whose extensive travels and experiences in both Canada and Britain indelibly shaped his literary perspective. His background in politics and public affairs infused his works with a profound understanding of the social issues of his era, particularly the struggles related to colonialism and indigenous rights. Parker's own journey of self-discovery and advocacy for justice deeply resonates in this work, showcasing his commitment to highlighting the human condition amidst societal constraints. "The Right of Way" is a poignant exploration of personal integrity in the face of societal expectations and should be essential reading for those interested in early Canadian literature and the profound questions that still face society today. Parker's eloquence and insight render this work not only a captivating narrative but a thoughtful reflection on the enduring nature of human rights.

Redemption Healing Identity Second Chance Memory Historical Romance Journey Psychological Crime Family Small Town Antihero Betrayal

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GenreHistorical Fiction, Romance

Length11 hrs 46 mins

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Publish dateMay 20, 2021

LanguageEnglish

1CHAPTER III. AFTER FIVE YEARS: “You have forgotten me?”

31CHAPTER XXXIII. THE EDGE OF LIFE

2CHAPTER IV. CHARLEY MAKES A DISCOVERY

32CHAPTER XXXIV. IN AMBUSH

3CHAPTER V. THE WOMAN IN HELIOTROPE

33CHAPTER XXXV. THE COMING OF MAXIMILIAN COUR AND ANOTHER

4CHAPTER VI. THE WIND AND THE SHORN LAMB

34CHAPTER XXXVI. BARRIERS SWEPT AWAY

5CHAPTER VII. “PEACE, PEACE, AND THERE IS NO PEACE”’

35CHAPTER XXXVII. THE CHALLENGE OF PAULETTE DUBOIS

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6CHAPTER VIII. THE COST OF THE ORNAMENT

36CHAPTER XXXVIII. THE CURE AND THE SEIGNEUR VISIT THE TAILOR

7CHAPTER IX. OLD DEBTS FOR NEW

37CHAPTER XXXIX. THE SCARLET WOMAN

8CHAPTER X. THE WAY IN AND THE WAY OUT

38CHAPTER XL. AS IT WAS IN THE BEGINNING

9CHAPTER XI. THE RAISING OF THE CURTAIN

39CHAPTER XLI. IT WAS MICHAELMAS DAY

10CHAPTER XII. THE COMING OF ROSALIE

40CHAPTER XLII. A TRIAL AND A VERDICT

11CHAPTER XIII. HOW CHARLEY WENT ADVENTURING AND WHAT HE FOUND

41CHAPTER XLIII. JO PORTUGAIS TELLS A STORY

12CHAPTER XIV. ROSALIE, CHARLEY, AND THE MAN THE WIDOW PLOMONDON JILTED

42CHAPTER XLIV. “WHO WAS KATHLEEN?”

13CHAPTER XV. THE MARK IN THE PAPER

43CHAPTER XLV. SIX MONTHS GO BY

14CHAPTER XVI. MADAME DAUPHIN HAS A MISSION

44CHAPTER XLVI. THE FORGOTTEN MAN

15CHAPTER XVII. THE TAILOR MAKES A MIDNIGHT FORAY

45CHAPTER XLVII. ONE WAS TAKEN AND THE OTHER LEFT

16CHAPTER XVIII. THE STEALING OF THE CROSS

46CHAPTER XLVIII. “WHERE THE TREE OF LIFE IS BLOOMING—”

17CHAPTER XIX. THE SIGN FROM HEAVEN

47CHAPTER XLIX. THE OPEN GATE

18CHAPTER XX. THE RETURN OF THE TAILOR

48CHAPTER L. THE PASSION PLAY AT CHAUDIERE

19CHAPTER XXI. THE CURE HAS AN INSPIRATION

49CHAPTER LI. FACE TO FACE

20CHAPTER XXII. THE WOMAN WHO SAW

50CHAPTER LII. THE COMING OF BILLY

21CHAPTER XXIII. THE WOMAN WHO DID NOT TELL.

51CHAPTER LIII. THE SEIGNEUR AND THE CURE HAVE A SUSPICION

22CHAPTER XXIV. THE SEIGNEUR TAKES A HAND IN THE GAME

52CHAPTER LIV. M. ROSSIGNOL SLIPS THE LEASH

23CHAPTER XXV. THE COLONEL TELLS HIS STORY

53CHAPTER LV. ROSALIE PLAYS A PART

24CHAPTER XXVI. A SONG, A BOTTLE, AND A GHOST

54CHAPTER LVI. MRS. FLYNN SPEAKS

25CHAPTER XXVII. OUT ON THE OLD TRAIL.

55CHAPTER LVII. A BURNING FIERY FURNACE

26CHAPTER XXVIII. THE SEIGNEUR GIVES A WARNING

56CHAPTER LVIII. WITH HIS BACK TO THE WALL.

27CHAPTER XXIX. THE WILD RIDE

57CHAPTER LIX. IN WHICH CHARLEY MEETS A STRANGER

28CHAPTER XXX. ROSALIE WARNS CHARLEY

58CHAPTER LX. THE HAND AT THE DOOR

29CHAPTER XXXI. CHARLEY STANDS AT BAY

59CHAPTER LXI. THE CURE SPEAKS

30CHAPTER XXXII. JO PORTUGAIS TELLS A STORY

60EPILOGUE

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