Jacques Ferron Summary

During the final twenty-five years of his life, Jacques Ferron emerged among the Quebecois working class and intelligentsia as one of the most charismatic figures not just of his period but of the who... Read more

In the following review, Socken remarks on the style and themes of the stories collected in Tales from the Uncertain Country. Jacques Ferron is one of Quebec's most highly acclaimed writers,... Read more

In the essay below, Bednarski surveys Ferron's works, focusing on such themes as Quebec-English relations, death, insanity, and alienation. There is one title which more than any other sums ... Read more

In the following excerpt, Early criticizes Ferron's The Juneberry Tree for containing too many details, but states that "it has beauties enough." "I am called Tinamer de... Read more

In the following excerpt, Sandler remarks on the underlying political message in Wild Roses. No one takes much notice of a Quiet Revolution, but who can ignore an "apprehended insurrection&#... Read more

In the following essay, based on correspondence and an interview, Ferron discusses his British literary influences, symbolism, character, and the place of Quebec history and legend in his works. In... Read more

In the following essay, Bednarski comments on the relationship between life and literature in Ferron's works. When Jacques Ferron died this spring, I began immediately rereading books of his... Read more