The Golden Dog (1897)

The Golden Dog is a historical fiction novel written by William Kirby and published in 1897. The story takes place in Quebec City during the late 18th century and follows the lives of several characters, including the wealthy merchant Charles Legarde, his daughter Am�����lie, and a young artist named Honor����� Grandissime. The novel is primarily a love story, as Am�����lie falls in love with Honor����� despite her father's objections. However, the book also explores the political and social tensions of the time, including the conflict between the French and English populations in Quebec and the struggle for independence from British rule. The title of the book refers to a golden dog statue that plays a significant role in the plot. The novel is considered a classic of Canadian literature and is known for its vivid depiction of Quebec City and its historical accuracy.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.