Over The Border: Acadia

By Eliza Chase

Book Overview

""Over The Border: Acadia"" by Eliza Chase is a historical fiction novel that takes readers on a journey through the struggles and triumphs of the Acadian people, who were forcibly deported from their homeland by the British during the 18th century. The story follows the life of a young Acadian woman named Madeleine, who must navigate the complex political and social landscape of the time in order to protect her family and community. Along the way, she encounters a diverse cast of characters, including British soldiers, French settlers, and Indigenous peoples, all of whom have their own agendas and motivations. Through her experiences, Madeleine learns about the power of resilience, love, and community in the face of adversity. ""Over The Border: Acadia"" is a gripping and emotional tale that sheds light on a little-known chapter in Canadian history, and is sure to captivate readers of all ages.By the treaty of Utrecht in 1713 Acadia was ceded to the English; but the French colonists, in taking the oath of allegiance to their new rulers (1727-28), were promised that they should not be required at any time to take up arms against France. They were now in the position of Neutrals, and by that name were known; but this placed them in an awkward predicament, as they were suspected by both contending powers. The English hated them, believing their sympathies to be with the French; while even their countrymen in Canada were distrustful of them, urging them to withdraw.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162678429
• ISBN13: 9781162678429
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"