Catharine Parr Traill

Broschiertes Buch

The Backwoods Of Canada

Beschreibung

"The Backwoods of Canada" is a captivating memoir written by Catharine Parr Traill, offering a firsthand account of her experiences as a settler in the Canadian wilderness. Through engaging prose, Traill recounts the challenges and triumphs she faced as she and her family established a new life in the backwoods. She vividly describes the rugged landscapes, the harsh climate, and the daily struggles of survival, including building a log cabin, clearing land, and growing crops. Traill's detailed observations of the natural environment, the indigenous people she encounters, and the hardships of pioneer life offer readers a unique glimpse into the realities of early Canadian settlement. "The Backwoods of Canada" is not only a personal narrative but also a valuable historical document, shedding light on the hardships and resilience of the early settlers and the transformative power of the Canadian wilderness. Traill's work continues to be celebrated for its literary merit, providing readers with an engaging and insightful perspective on the pioneer experience in 19th-century Canada.

Autor

Catharine Parr Traill, born Catharine Parr Strickland, was an English-Canadian author and naturalist known for her writings on life in Canada, particularly in what is now Ontario. She played a vital role in documenting the colonial experience and the natural environment of Upper Canada for English readers. Traill wrote extensively throughout her life, publishing 24 books on various topics, including her experiences as a settler, natural history, and botany. Born in 1802 in Rotherhithe, London, Traill grew up in East Anglia and received her education at home. After her father's death, she and her sisters turned to writing as a means to support their family. Later, Traill settled in Belleville and focused on writing about the natural environment, including botanical studies and descriptions of Canadian wildflowers. She received recognition for her contributions to literature and natural history, including an honorary grant and the preservation of her plant collections in the National Herbarium of Canada. Catharine Parr Traill passed away in 1899 at her residence in Lakefield, Ontario, leaving behind a significant legacy as a pioneer writer and naturalist in Canada.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 182
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 237g
• ISBN-13: 9789358596076
• ISBN-10: 9358596074
• Artikelnr.: 69610959