Miramichi (1865)

Miramichi (1865) by William T. Savage is a historical novel set in the mid-19th century in the Miramichi region of New Brunswick, Canada. The story follows the lives of the O'Donnell family, who are struggling to make a living in the harsh and unforgiving environment of the Miramichi River. The novel explores themes of poverty, family, love, and loss, as the O'Donnell family faces a series of challenges and tragedies.The main character, Michael O'Donnell, is a young man who dreams of a better life for himself and his family. He works hard as a lumberjack, but his efforts are constantly thwarted by the harsh conditions of the Miramichi River and the greed of the lumber barons who control the industry. Michael's father, Patrick, is a proud and stubborn man who refuses to accept help from anyone, even when his family is in dire need.As the novel progresses, the O'Donnell family faces a series of setbacks, including a devastating fire that destroys their home and a deadly epidemic that sweeps through the region. Through it all, Michael remains determined to provide for his family and to find a way to escape the poverty and hardship of the Miramichi.Miramichi (1865) is a powerful and moving novel that captures the struggles and triumphs of a family trying to survive in a harsh and unforgiving environment. It is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of love and family in the face of adversity.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.