| Author |
Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932 |
| Title |
The Money Master, Complete
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Money Master" by Gilbert Parker is a novel that was likely written in the early 20th century, reflecting the rich tapestry of French Canadian life and culture. The story follows Jean Jacques Barbille, a miller and businessman who embodies the virtues and flaws of his people, as he navigates his life filled with ambition, love, and tragedy, ultimately unveiling the complexities of his character against a backdrop of social expectations and personal failures. The opening of the novel introduces us to Jean Jacques Barbille at a pivotal moment in his life. He revels in the success and comfort of his flourishing estate, the Manor Cartier, but is faced with challenges stemming from his emotional decisions and romantic entanglements. As he embarks on a grand tour of France, his insecurities and aspirations are laid bare, complicated further by his chance encounter with Carmen Dolores, a mysterious Spanish refugee. This encounter foreshadows a tumultuous relationship that intertwines their fates and sets the stage for both romance and impending conflict as their lives unfold in a world marked by unpredictability and deeper societal shadows. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Québec (Province) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6280 |
| Release Date |
Nov 19, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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