Set in the early eighteenth century, this novel by Jean Newton McIlwraith tells the story of a young Frenchwoman named Yvonne who is caught up in the struggle between the French and English for control of Canada. Rich in historical detail and vividly drawn characters, The Span o' Life is a gripping tale of love, war, and survival in a turbulent time. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the...