Publisher's Synopsis
The Man from Glengarry is a novel written by Ralph Connor, originally published in 1901. The story is set in the Ottawa Valley during the late 19th century and follows the life of a young Scottish immigrant named Ranald Macdonald. Ranald is a proud and determined young man who has come to Canada to make a new life for himself. He quickly finds work on a farm and begins to build a reputation as a hard worker and a skilled farmer. However, his dreams of success are threatened by a group of unscrupulous businessmen who are trying to take over the local timber trade.As Ranald becomes more involved in the struggle to protect the interests of the local farmers and loggers, he also finds himself falling in love with a young woman named Glengarry. Together, they must navigate the complexities of life in rural Canada, facing challenges that test their strength and their commitment to each other.The Man from Glengarry is a classic tale of adventure, romance, and the struggle for justice in a rapidly changing world. It is a vivid portrait of life in rural Canada during a time of great upheaval, and a testament to the enduring spirit of the people who call this land home.1901. The book begins: The winter had broken early and the Scotch River was running ice-free and full from bank to bank. There was still snow in the woods, and with good sleighing and open rivers every day was golden to the lumbermen who had stuff to get down to the big water. A day gained now might save weeks at a chute farther down, where the rafts would crowd one another and strive for right of way. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.