| Author |
Caouette, J. B. (Jean Baptiste), 1854-1922 |
| Title |
Le vieux muet, ou, Un héros de Châteauguay
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Renald Levesque; from files available from the BNQ
(Bibliothèque Nationale du Québec).
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| Summary |
"Le vieux muet, ou, Un héros de Châteauguay" by J. B. Caouette is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The book centers around a mysterious old man known as the "Vieux muet," who resides in a small hovel in Quebec and is later revealed to embody the virtues of faith, duty, and heroism. Through the character’s interactions and experiences, the narrative explores themes of morality, patriotism, and the significance of religion in the lives of Canadians, particularly within a French-Canadian context. The beginning of the novel introduces the enigmatic protagonist, the viejo muet, who lives a reclusive life alongside his loyal dog.Situated at Saint-Sauveur de Québec, this aged giant captures the curiosity of the townspeople upon his arrival. As he develops a connection with the local community, his gentle nature and deep piety become evident. The opening chapters highlight his quiet strength and the way he earns the respect and admiration of the townsfolk, particularly through his selfless acts of bravery, which set the stage for a story filled with moral lessons and an emphasis on community and heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
United States -- History -- War of 1812 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
War stories, Canadian
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14151 |
| Release Date |
Nov 25, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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