The Pomp of the Lavilettes, Volume 1
1896
The Pomp of the Lavilettes, Volume 1, written by Gilbert Parker and first published in 1896, is a Canadian novel set in a French-Canadian community amidst social tensions between British and French interests. The story revolves around the Lavilette family, who are struggling with their decline in status and pride, particularly through characters like Madame Lavilette and Tom Ferrol, an English nobleman whose presence complicates their lives. The narrative explores themes of social ambition, family pride, and the intricacies of relationships within a richly depicted setting along the St. Lawrence River.
