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""By the Good Sainte Anne: A Story of Modern Quebec"" is a novel that explores the themes of cultural clash, personal growth, and faith. Set in the remote region of Beaupré, Quebec, the story follows a young American girl who feels isolated and exiled from her social life in the United States. Her interactions with the local community, including a pilgrimage to the church of Sainte Anne-de-Beaupré, lead her to explore the mysteries of faith, cultural identity, and connection. As she embarks on her journey, she encounters a young Englishman also grappling with feelings of isolation, setting the stage for a deepening relationship between them. Through the characters' evolving experiences, the narrative delves into their quest for adventure, connection, and understanding of both themselves and the culture surrounding them. The blend of humor and introspection highlights the contrasts between different worlds and personal growth, capturing the essence of living in a foreign environment and seeking meaningful experiences in unfamiliar territories.

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Anna Chapin Ray was an American writer born on January 3, 1865, in Westfield, Massachusetts. She was the daughter of Edward Addison Ray and Helen M. (Chapin). In 1881, Ray became one of the first three women to take the Yale University entrance exam, reflecting her early commitment to education. She went on to study at Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, earning a B.A. in 1885 and an M.A. in modern European history in 1888. Ray began her writing career in 1889 and became a prolific author, producing many works, including children's books and adult novels. She often wrote under the pseudonym Sidney Howard. During her writing career, she spent summers in New Haven, Connecticut, and winters in Quebec, where she drew inspiration for many of her works. Between 1916 and 1920, Ray served at the Military Hospitals Commission in Ottawa, where she was responsible for overseeing the stenographic bureau in the Department of Soldiers' Civil Re-establishment. Ray's older brother, Nathaniel, was a mining engineer and California state legislator, and the two maintained a close correspondence. Anna Chapin Ray passed away on December 13, 1945, after a hip fracture and subsequent hospitalization.

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