The Americans Are Coming by Herb Curtis
An Acadian Trilogy
Set in the small, fictional town of Renous, New Brunswick, this humorous novel captures the quirky essence of rural Canadian life during the 1950s. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Dryfly Ramsey, who becomes fascinated by the arrival of a group of American soldiers conducting military exercises in the area. Through a series of comical and heartwarming events, the narrative explores themes of friendship, cultural exchange, and the innocence of childhood, all while painting a vivid picture of the community's unique characters and their interactions with the outsiders.
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- Published
- 1989
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- 85th on Atlantic Canada's 100 Greatest Books (Book)