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Neighbours

By Robert J. C. Stead
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The narrator recollects childhood in a small Ontario mill town where his father works and the family keeps a tiny farm. Daily life mixes mill labor, village routines, and close neighborly ties, especially with Jean Lane, whose playmate role leads to a near-drowning rescue at the mill-pond. Family religion is portrayed through strict Thou Shalt Nots and obligatory Sunday attendance, creating a moral world focused on fear of punishment. Episodes combine domestic detail, childhood mischief and community rituals, charting the narrator's early impressions of discipline, affection, and the ordinary rhythms that shape his coming of age.

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Robert J. C. Stead

Robert J. C. Stead was a Canadian author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the genre of Western fiction. His works often explore themes of rural life and the challenges faced by settlers in the Canadian West. Notable among his writings is "Dennison Grant: A Novel of To-day," which reflects contemporary societal issues through the lens of personal and communal struggles. Stead's other significant works include "Neighbours," "Songs of the Prairie," and "The Homesteaders: A Novel of the Canadian West," each showcasing his ability to capture the spirit of the landscape and the lives of its inhabitants.

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