02228cam a22003133u 4500 14151 UtSlPG 20260610133332.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Caouette, J. B. (Jean Baptiste), 1854-1922 Le vieux muet, ou, Un héros de Châteauguay Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-11-25 Produced by Renald Levesque; from files available from the BNQ (Bibliothèque Nationale du Québec). "Le vieux muet, ou, Un héros de Châteauguay" by J. B. Caouette is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The book centers around a mysterious old man known as the "Vieux muet," who resides in a small hovel in Quebec and is later revealed to embody the virtues of faith, duty, and heroism. Through the character’s interactions and experiences, the narrative explores themes of morality, patriotism, and the significance of religion in the lives of Canadians, particularly within a French-Canadian context. The beginning of the novel introduces the enigmatic protagonist, the viejo muet, who lives a reclusive life alongside his loyal dog.Situated at Saint-Sauveur de Québec, this aged giant captures the curiosity of the townspeople upon his arrival. As he develops a connection with the local community, his gentle nature and deep piety become evident. The opening chapters highlight his quiet strength and the way he earns the respect and admiration of the townsfolk, particularly through his selfless acts of bravery, which set the stage for a story filled with moral lessons and an emphasis on community and heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- War of 1812 -- Fiction War stories, Canadian https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14151 55539 55539