The Girl From Keller's
Harold Bindloss
Belletristik/Erzählende Literatur
Beschreibung
The Girl from Keller's by Harold Bindloss is set against the expansive prairie, exploring themes of ambition, personal struggle, and the intricacies of love and relationships. The story follows a railroad builder who faces a crossroads in his life, torn between his career and the prospect of a challenging life as a prairie farmer. The narrative opens with the protagonist reflecting on his future while traveling across the Saskatchewan prairie, considering the changes brought by the arrival of the railroad and the possibilities it brings. As he navigates his ambitions, he is confronted with the complexities of his relationships, particularly with a friend struggling with his own failures in farming and romance. These early reflections introduce the tension between dreams and disillusionment, and the allure of romantic connections that complicate decisions. The novel establishes a gripping exploration of personal choices set against the harsh realities of life on the prairie.
