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Waves crash against the granite spine of a remote Nova Scotia island, where survival is a daily battle and kinship is as treacherous as the sea itself. Here, the elemental clash between nature and family rivalry shapes lives with a force as relentless as the Atlantic storms. Set at the edge of early twentieth century Canada, this maritime novel plunges readers into the stark beauty and harsh realities of island life, where every tide brings both hope and hardship. Readers of classic fiction and Canadian literature enthusiasts will find themselves immersed in a world where the struggle for existence is as much internal as it is against the unforgiving environment.

Long celebrated as a cornerstone of classic Canadian literature, this work stands alongside contemporary masterpieces-evoking the same haunting sense of place and human resilience that Annie Proulx fans cherish in The Shipping News. Its portrayal of survival against nature and the complex web of family rivalry themes resonates as powerfully today as when it first appeared, offering a vivid window into the soul of a community shaped by isolation, ambition, and the inexorable pull of the sea. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions, allowing new generations to discover its enduring power.

Painstakingly restored for today's and future generations, this edition is not just a reprint-it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Whether you are seeking a gripping tale of island life struggles or looking to enrich your library of Canadian literary fiction, this timeless story rewards with every page turned. Its evocative voice and potent sense of place make it essential reading for anyone drawn to the rugged coasts of Nova Scotia and the indomitable spirit of those who call it home.

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• Plný název: Rockbound
• Autor: Frank Parker Day
• Jazyk: Angličtina
• Vazba: Brožovaná
• Počet stran: 144
• EAN: 9789374595268
• ISBN: 9374595265
• ID: 51292108
• Nakladatelství: Alpha Editions
• Hmotnost: 204 g
• Rozměry: 229 × 152 × 9 mm
• Datum vydání: 02. April 2026

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