Buch, Englisch, 304 Seiten, Format (B × H): 140 mm x 216 mm, Gewicht: 431 g
Or, Life in Canada
Buch, Englisch, 304 Seiten, Format (B × H): 140 mm x 216 mm, Gewicht: 431 g
Reihe: Cambridge Library Collection - Women's Writing
ISBN: 978-1-108-03362-6
Verlag: Cambridge University Press
First published in 1852, and in its third edition by 1854, this description of pioneer immigrant life in Canada by Susanna Moodie (1803-85) is unsentimental and frank. In contrast to similar works, which often seem to be advertisements aimed at potential immigrants, Moodie's book emphasises not only the triumphs but also the tribulations as she and her family begin their new lives. Initially criticised in Canada for painting an unflattering picture of the country, it was later recognised as a key work of early Canadian literature, and has influenced writers up to the present day. In Volume 2 the family continue their efforts as farmers, moving to a second property in the hope of better prospects. However, neither husband (a former soldier) nor wife were well equipped for their lives as pioneer immigrants, and they finally leave for the town of Bellville when Dunbar Moodie obtains a government post.
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1. A journey to the woods; 2. The wilderness and our Indian friends; 3. Burning the fallow; 4. Our logging-bee; 5. A trip to Stony Lake; 6. The 'ould dhragoon'; 7. Disappointed hopes; 8. The little stumpy man; 9. The fire; 10. The outbreak; 11. The whirlwood; 12. The walk to Dummer; 13. A change in our prospects; 14. The magic spell.
