The Young Seigneur: Or, Nation-Making

The Young Seigneur: Or, Nation-Making is a historical fiction novel by W. D. Lighthall, first published in 1888. Set in the 1870s, shortly after Canada's Confederation, the story follows Chamilly Haviland, a young parliamentarian navigating identity and duty in post-Confederation Canada. The narrative explores themes of nation-making, cultural heritage, and social responsibility within French-Canadian society, highlighting the complexities of social classes and national consciousness. Through the interactions between Chamilly and an Ontarian friend, the novel examines the vibrant traditions of French Canada and the personal ambitions tied to collective identity.