Buy this book on-line Roy, Gabrielle : The Tin FluteReynal & Hitchcock, New York, 1947
The Tin Flute, Gabrielle Roy's first novel, is a classic of Canadian fiction. Imbued with Roy's unique brand of compassion and compelling understanding, this moving story focuses on a family in the Saint-Henri slums of Montreal, its struggles to overcome poverty and ignorance, and its search for love. An affecting story of familial tenderness, sacrifice, and survival during the Second World War, The original French version entitled "Bonheur d"occasion" (1945). won the prestigious Prix Femina award in 1947. [This copy has a "Bonheur d'Occasion" sticker on front flap of the DJ In the same year the English version translated by Hannah Josephson won the Governor General"s Award for Fiction In 1983 it was released as a movie. 315p.Donor inscription dated April 1947 on ffep. else fine. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fair>Good Click here for full details of this book, to ask a question or to buy it on-line. Bibliophile Bookbase probably offers multiple copies of Roy, Gabrielle : The Tin Flute. Click here to select from a complete list of available copies of this book. Bibliophile Bookbase lists over 5 million books, maps and prints including atlases, first editions, fine bindings, collectables and out-of-print books. Bibliophile Bookbase for antiquarian books, maps and prints. |