Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Emily Montague is a novel written by Frances Brooke and published in 1769. The story is set in Quebec City, Canada, and follows the life of Emily Montague, a young English woman who has recently moved to the city with her father. Emily is a romantic and imaginative person, and she quickly becomes enamored with the beauty of the Canadian wilderness and the charm of the local people.As she settles into her new life, Emily befriends a group of people from various backgrounds, including a French aristocrat, a Scottish merchant, and a Native American chief. She also falls in love with a young man named Edward Rivers, who is a soldier stationed in Quebec.The novel explores themes of love, friendship, and cultural differences, as well as the challenges of living in a new and unfamiliar place. It also provides a glimpse into life in Canada during the 18th century, including the political tensions between the French and English, and the interactions between European settlers and Indigenous peoples.The History of Emily Montague is considered one of the earliest examples of Canadian literature, and is praised for its vivid descriptions of the Canadian landscape and its nuanced portrayal of cultural diversity.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.
