The Poetical Works of Mrs. Leprohon
- 220 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon Books
Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon was a celebrated Canadian poet and novelist whose works often explored themes of love, loss, and the societal expectations of her era. She was known for her sensitive prose and her ability to craft complex female characters navigating intricate social landscapes. Her novels and poetry, frequently serialized in literary journals, reflected a profound understanding of human emotion and a belief in the power of art. Leprohon left a significant mark on Canadian literature as one of its pioneering female voices.
Antoinette De Mirecourt
- 271 pages
- 10 hours of reading
To the intense distress of her family, Antoinette de Mirecourt falls in love with an English officer, and the love affair becomes an inescapable mirror of the tensions between French and English as they struggle towards amicable coexistence. Set primarily in Montreal, the novel provides an unmatched portrait of Quebec in the late eighteenth century. First published in 1864, Antoinette de Mirecourt is an evocative romance of manners and morals. The New Canadian Library edition is an unabridged reprint of the complete original text.
