Les Belles Histoires des pays d'en haut

1956 • Drama

Les Belles Histoires des pays d'en haut is a Canadian television drama series, which aired on Radio-Canada from 1956 to 1970. One of the longest-running programs in the history of Canadian television, the series produced 81 episodes during its 14-year run and was one of the first influential téléromans. Written by Claude-Henri Grignon as an adaptation of his 1933 novel Un Homme et son péché and initially set in the 1880s, the series starred Jean-Pierre Masson as Séraphin Poudrier, the wealthy but miserly mayor of the village of Sainte-Adèle, Quebec, and Andrée Champagne as Donalda Laloge-Poudrier, the young daughter of a village resident who is given in marriage to Séraphin as payment for a family debt even though she remains in love with her suitor Alexis Labranche.

Delve into the captivating world of Claude-Henri Grignon's 'Les Belles Histoires des pays d'en haut,' where the past comes alive in rich, vivid detail. This literary masterpiece offers an authentic glimpse into rural Quebec, presenting a tapestry of human emotions and societal norms that shaped the region during the late 1800s. Grignon's beautifully crafted narratives invite readers to experience the daily lives, struggles, and triumphs of relatable characters in an era defined by its unique challenges and cultural vibrancy. Through his storytelling, one gains a profound understanding of the resilience and tenacity of communities living in harsh yet breathtakingly beautiful surroundings. While the TV series provides a visual retelling, reading Grignon's original work allows for a deeper, more personal connection to the characters' innermost thoughts and the historical context they inhabit. Engage your imagination and immerse yourself in a historical journey that promises both entertainment and enlightenment.