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2008-06-30
Public domain in the USA.
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Mainer, R. Henry (Robert Henry)
1878
1965
Nancy McVeigh of the Monk Road
E-text prepared by Al Haines
"Nancy McVeigh of the Monk Road" by R. Henry Mainer is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Nancy McVeigh, the resolute and compassionate owner of a tavern situated on the old Monk Road in Upper Canada. Through Nancy's life and her interactions with other characters, the novel explores themes of resilience, motherhood, and the struggles of everyday life against the backdrop of an emerging society. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Nancy McVeigh, a strong yet gentle woman who runs a well-known tavern that's become the heart of her community despite its dilapidated state. The opening chapter presents Nancy's steadfast dedication to looking after her patrons and the local children she cares for as she navigates the challenges posed by her business and the townsfolk around her. Amidst conversations with her customers, a sense of her nurturing spirit shines through, particularly in her willingness to help those in need, like a struggling mother and her children. As the narrative unfolds, Nancy's character is depicted as a pillar of strength who quietly contends with both the hardships of managing her tavern and the emotional burdens of her past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Canada -- Fiction
Older women -- Fiction
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