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A Romany of the Snows, Complete Being a Continuation of the Personal Histories of "Pierre and His People" and the Last Existing Records of Pretty Pierre

By Gilbert Parker

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In the rugged Canadian wilderness, a gambler and his band of friends fight for love and loyalty, helping a disguised woman escape danger to reach her beloved.

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2004-11-16
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Summary

"A Romany of the Snows, Complete" by Gilbert Parker is a continuation of adventures starring Pierre and his group, set in the wild Canadian north. It tells stories packed with love, allegiance, and the struggles of people carving out lives in a tough environment. Pierre, a mixed-heritage gambler and adventurer, along with his friends, faces the rough landscape of the Canadian north. Early on, Pierre tells of meeting a young woman disguised as a man at Guidon Hill; she is trying to get to Fort Micah to marry her sweetheart, Garrison, but she is being held back by a family quarrel. Pierre, along with his buddies Macavoy and Mowley, decide to help her. His daring spirit takes over as he bravely makes plans to escape the enemies that are hunting her. The collection sets a spirited tone with friendship, love, and bravery.

About the Author

Sir Horatio Gilbert George Parker, 1st Baronet, known as Gilbert Parker, Canadian novelist and British politician, was born at Camden East, Addington, Ontario, the son of Captain Joseph Parker, R.A.

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