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""The Shadow of Tradition: A Tale of Old Glengarry"" is a compelling historical novel that captures the spirit and struggles of the early Scottish settlers in Upper Canada. Set in the historic Glengarry County during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, the narrative weaves together a rich tapestry of loyalty, heritage, and the enduring power of ancestral customs. Through the lives of its characters, the work explores the transition from the old ways of the Scottish Highlands to the challenges of building a new society in the Canadian wilderness. Carrie Holmes MacGillivray provides an evocative look at the social and political landscape of the era, including the impact of the War of 1812 and the deep-seated tensions between tradition and progress. ""The Shadow of Tradition"" stands as a significant contribution to early Canadian fiction, offering readers a vivid portrayal of the pioneer experience and the cultural identity of the ""Old Glengarry"" settlers. This tale of romance, conflict, and community underscores the profound influence of history on individual lives and the forging of a national character. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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