The First Garden by Anne Hébert
"The First Garden" is a historical fiction novel set in 17th-century Canada. It tells the story of a young woman who is sent to New France (now Quebec) to be a "Filles du roi" or "King's Daughter" - a program where women were sent to marry the men of New France in order to populate the colony. The protagonist struggles to adapt to her new life, facing harsh winters, cultural differences, and the challenges of frontier life while grappling with her feelings for a local trapper. The book explores themes of survival, love, and the clash of cultures.
The 3541st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1988
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- French
- Alternate Titles
- None
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