A classic of Canadian literature by the great Quebecoise writer, "Kamouraska" is based on a real nineteenth-century love-triangle in rural Quebec. It paints a poetic and terrifying tableau of the life of Elisabeth d'Aulnieres: her marriage to Antoine Tassy, squire of Kamouraska; his violent murder; and her passion for George Nelson, an American doctor. Passionate and evocative, "Kamouraska" is the timeless story of one woman's destructive commitment to an ideal love. Translated into seven languages, "Kamouraska" won the ...
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A classic of Canadian literature by the great Quebecoise writer, "Kamouraska" is based on a real nineteenth-century love-triangle in rural Quebec. It paints a poetic and terrifying tableau of the life of Elisabeth d'Aulnieres: her marriage to Antoine Tassy, squire of Kamouraska; his violent murder; and her passion for George Nelson, an American doctor. Passionate and evocative, "Kamouraska" is the timeless story of one woman's destructive commitment to an ideal love. Translated into seven languages, "Kamouraska" won the Paris book prize and was made into a landmark feature film by Claude Jutra. This edition features a brilliant new introduction by Noah Richler.
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Very Good Condition. Has used bookstore stickers. Text appears clean, but may contain minor marks that we missed. Pages have some tanning from age. Some shelf wear to exterior. Looks Very Nice for it's age. 245 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Literature & Literary; ISBN: 2020314290. ISBN/EAN: 9782020314299. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 1561062098.
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Good solid paperback with moderate reading/age wear, may have some light markings, pages may have some mild tanning. We take great pride in accurately describing the condition of our books and media, ship within 48 hours, and offer a 100% money back guarantee. Customers purchasing more than one item from us may be entitled to a shipping discount.