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Canada, the Spellbinder

By Lilian Whiting

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Experience the blend of wilderness and progress as a nation's story unfolds through tales of explorers, pioneers, and the remarkable engineering that connects it all.

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2020-07-13
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Summary

"Canada, the Spellbinder" by Lilian Whiting is a vibrant early 20th-century travelogue that captures the essence of Canada through its stunning landscapes, varied cultures, and rich history. Whiting introduces Canada as a land of extraordinary possibilities, built upon the legacies of explorers, pioneers, and impactful leaders. The book explores the key role of innovation in Canada’s growth, focusing on engineering feats that link its abundant resources to the world, setting an admiring tone for the natural beauty and significant historical figures who shaped the nation's courageous and visionary progress.

About the Author

Lilian Whiting was an American journalist, editor, and author of poetry and short stories. She served as literary editor of the Boston Evening Traveller (1880–1890), editor-in-chief of the Boston Budget (1890–93), and afterward, spent much of her time in Europe. Whiting was the author of The World Beautiful, From Dreamland Sent, a book of poems, A Study of the Life and Poetry of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, A Record of Kate Field, The World Beautiful in Books, Boston Days, Florence of Landor, The Outlook Beautiful, Italy, the Magic Land, Paris the Beautiful, and others.

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