Life in the Backwoods by Susanna Moodie

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Author Moodie, Susanna, 1803-1885
Title Life in the Backwoods
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Summary "Life in the Backwoods" by Susanna Moodie is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book serves as a sequel to her previous work, "Roughing It in the Bush," and chronicles the author's experiences as she settles in the Canadian wilderness. It captures the struggles and challenges of frontier life, focusing on themes of survival, adaptation, and the human connection to nature and community. The opening of the book sets the stage for Moodie's journey into the backwoods as she reflects on leaving her former life behind. Accompanied by her husband and children, Moodie describes their travels through snowy landscapes, the uncertain future that awaits them, and the colorful characters they encounter along the way. As they traverse through wilderness fraught with obstacles, including a dangerous swamp, she shares her anxieties and hopes for their new life, while painting vivid scenes of the harsh yet beautiful Canadian landscape. This introduction establishes Moodie's voice, rich with emotional depth and observation, inviting readers into her world of pioneering spirit and perseverance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F1001: North America local history: Canada
Subject Ontario -- Description and travel
Category Text
EBook-No. 8393
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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