Publisher's Synopsis
My Brave and Gallant Gentleman is a historical romance novel set in British Columbia in the early 1900s. Written by Robert Watson and originally published in 1918, the novel follows the story of a young woman named Margaret who falls in love with a brave and gallant gentleman named John. John is a rugged outdoorsman who has made a name for himself in the wilds of British Columbia as a trapper and explorer. Margaret is a refined and educated woman from a wealthy family who has come to the region to escape the constraints of her privileged life.Despite their vastly different backgrounds, Margaret and John are drawn to each other and begin a passionate romance. However, their love is tested by the harsh realities of life in the wilderness, as well as the disapproval of Margaret's family and society. As they struggle to overcome these obstacles, Margaret and John must also confront the dangers of the untamed wilderness, including hostile Indigenous peoples, treacherous weather, and dangerous wildlife.Throughout the novel, Watson paints a vivid picture of life in early 20th century British Columbia, with its vast forests, rugged mountains, and diverse communities. He also explores themes of love, courage, and the clash of cultures, as Margaret and John navigate the challenges of their relationship and the world around them.Overall, My Brave and Gallant Gentleman is a gripping and romantic tale of adventure and love in the Canadian wilderness, and a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of Canadian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.