Barkskins is a novel by Annie Proulx that follows the lives of two French immigrants, René Sel and Charles Duquet, who arrive in New France in the late 17th century. The story explores the impact of their decisions on their descendants over the course of 300 years.
The novel delves into the exploitation of the natural resources in the New World, particularly the deforestation of the Canadian wilderness for the timber industry. It also examines the clash of cultures between the European settlers and the indigenous peoples, as well as the struggles for power and survival in this harsh environment.
As the generations pass, the descendants of René and Charles face their own challenges and dilemmas, grappling with their identity and legacy in a rapidly changing world. The novel ultimately raises questions about environmental sustainability and the consequences of human actions on the natural world.
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Forest Fire
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Company Man
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The Tree
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Renardette
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True Warrior
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English Scum
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Lie Down
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The Company Way
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Marth Burns
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Father Clape
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A Proposal
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Aftermath
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With Death Upon You
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First and Last Meals
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The Letter
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Retrieving the Dead
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Punishment
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Alive
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Awake You Sleepy Hearts (Colin Stetson & David Thewlis)
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