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The Span o' Life: A Tale of Louisbourg & Quebec
by William McLennan
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- CEFR level
- C1
- Length
- 38 chapters
- Format
- The complete book
About this book
About this book
In the aftermath of the doomed Jacobite Rebellion, Hugh Maxwell navigates the perilous streets of London disguised as a commoner, caught between loyalty and survival. His tale unfolds against the turbulent backdrop of 18th-century Canada and France, weaving history with personal sacrifice.
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