Wolfville

Wolfville

Alfred Henry Lewis

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Editorial:
Double9 Books LLP
Año de edición:
2025
Materia
Familia y relaciones
ISBN:
9789376399321
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Wolfville presents a vivid portrait of a rugged frontier settlement shaped by isolation, shifting loyalties, and an unpolished but sincere sense of community. The narrative captures the unpredictable rhythms of a mining town where daily life blends hardship with humor, and where residents rely on shared customs to make sense of their environment. The opening scene centers on the town’s first funeral, an event that reveals the townspeople’s distinctive way of confronting loss while reinforcing their collective identity. Rather than dwelling on individuals, the story emphasizes how the community gathers, prepares, and responds to a moment that tests their bonds, turning a somber occasion into a reflection of their resilience. Through the lens of frontier justice, companionship, and the improvisational nature of life in remote places, the book illustrates how people create meaning in unstable surroundings. The setting becomes a character in itself, highlighting the rough edges of the landscape and the ingenuity required to endure it, ultimately offering a mosaic of experiences that define the broader frontier spirit.

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