The Clearing by Mary Elsie Robertson is a compelling novel first published in 1982 by McClelland and Stewart Ltd. This first edition copy offers a powerful narrative set in a remote backwoods cabin where a woman and her young son face a harrowing winter. The story explores themes of survival, resilience, and the human spirit's fight against harsh environments and personal turmoil.
Written in spare, beautiful prose, Robertson crafts a deeply reflective and intense tale with a stunning climax. This edition features the original dust jacket design by Muriel Nasser and is a notable work for collectors and readers who appreciate literary fiction with strong psychological and emotional depth. The book includes the original ISBN 0-689-11275-0 and is simultaneously published in Canada. A rare find for collectors of first editions and enthusiasts of powerful Canadian literature.
