Name: Old Kaskaskia
SKU: 64816583
Price: 293.00 ZAR
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Author: Mary H. Catherwood
ISBN: 9789371463379

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Double 9 Books

Author

Mary H. Catherwood

Year

2025

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

21.6x14x2.5 cm

ISBN13

9789371463379

Old Kaskaskia

Mary H. Catherwood (Author) · Double 9 Books · Paperback

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Synopsis "Old Kaskaskia"

Old Kaskaskia presents a vivid portrayal of a developing frontier town where ambition, memory, and community converge. The story opens with one resident standing above the town, longing for a life more connected to its spirited streets and less confined to the isolation of the surrounding fields. The bustling town below contrasts sharply with his sense of limitation, drawing a poignant distinction between desire and circumstance. Within the town, a celebration illuminates the cultural richness of the place, as townspeople gather in recognition of shared traditions and collective identity. The narrative then interweaves the personal struggles of other individuals, including a local doctor whose past relationships subtly intrude on the present, and a new arrival whose frailty masks deeper complexities. The interplay between these figures introduces questions of belonging and personal fulfillment. As residents face emotional and social entanglements, the town itself becomes more than a setting - it acts as a living presence shaped by its history, people, and hopes. The story unfolds as a layered exploration of aspiration, longing, and the unseen forces that guide personal choices within a growing American landscape.