One Day's Courtship, and The Heralds of Fame

"One Day's Courtship, and The Heralds of Fame" by Robert Barr is a story set in the late 1800s about John Trenton, a painter traveling to Canada to capture the beauty of Shawenegan Falls before going back to England. The book appears to focus on themes of creativity, personal goals, and how people relate to each other, as Trenton experiences both the Canadian scenery and interesting characters, especially Eva Sommerton, a determined American artist. The story begins with Trenton planning his trip to the Falls, writing to his lumberman friend to borrow a canoe. As he travels, he thinks about his last visit, talks to his young driver, and meets Mrs. Mason and Eva Sommerton. The beginning builds a base for a deep look into character relationships and artistic passion in the beautiful Canadian wild.