Hammered by the Waves: A Young Frenchman s Sojourn in Newfoundland in 1882-83 - Softcover

De La Chaume, Henri

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1897174543 ISBN 13: 9781897174548

Publisher: Creative Book Pub

Synopsis

Published first in 1884, Henri de la Chaumes charming account of his sojourn in Newfoundland appears here for the first time in English. A mere twenty years of age when he came to the colony, de la Chaume gives a unique and unusual perspective on the politics, geography and social life of the bustling port of St. John's. The translation is "a fresh and vibrant piece of writing in its own right," and the introduction brings new insight into the life of the young trade attache. Key selling points: The book gives the French perspective on Newfoundland history, but it also outlines the social life of young Newfoundlanders of the late 19th century, with particular attention to the lives and mores of its young women. De la Chaume brings an artist's eye, a poet's sensibilities, and a keen sense of humour to his observations. The difference between European customs and the informality of the new world particularly appealed to the young Frenchman and he gives us vivid descriptions of the parties, excursions and entertainments available in the capital at that time.

About this title

About the Author:

Robin McGrath was born in Newfoundland in 1949, one of "the castor oil babies" of the anti-confederate movement. She obtained a doctorate at the University of Western Ontario and was an Associate Professor at the University of Alberta, specializing in Inuit literature. McGrath is the author of over a dozen books, including Trouble and Desire (1995), Escaped Domestics (1998), Hoist Your Sails and Run (1999), Covenant of Salt (2005) and Livyers World (2007). She is the recipient of the Geldert Medal, the Henry Fuerstenberg Poetry Prize and the inaugural Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage and History Award. Her novel, Donovan's Station (2002), was on the Canada/Caribbean shortlist for the Commonwealth Award. McGrath now lives in Goose Bay, Labrador, where her husband is a Provincial Court judge.

About this edition

• Publisher: Creative Book Pub
• ISBN 10: 1897174543
• ISBN 13: 9781897174548
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 120
• Editor: McGrath Robin