Une rencontre: roman de deux touristes sur le Saint-Laurent et le Saguenay

Name: Une rencontre: roman de deux touristes sur le Saint-Laurent et le Saguenay
Author: William Dean Howells

By William Dean Howells

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A young woman, Kitty Ellison, travels by steamer up the St. Lawrence and Saguenay, moving between vivid landscape sketches and episodic scenes aboard and ashore. The narrative interweaves descriptive travel passages with amiable social encounters among family members, companions and local characters, revealing bonds of affection, modest tensions of manners, and moments of comic recollection. Its structure alternates panoramic natural description with intimate domestic detail, combining gentle observational humor and reflective glimpses of belonging, hospitality and the small dramas of a touring party.

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William Dean Howells

William Dean Howells (1837-1920) was an influential American author and literary critic, often regarded as the "Dean of American Letters." He is best known for his realistic portrayals of American life and society, particularly in the late 19th century. Howells's works often explore themes of social class and morality, reflecting the complexities of contemporary life. His notable novel, "A Hazard of New Fortunes," delves into the challenges faced by individuals in a rapidly changing society. Throughout his career, Howells contributed significantly to the development of realism in American literature, advocating for a more truthful representation of everyday experiences.