"Canadian Scenery, Volume 2 (of 2)" by Nathaniel Parker Willis is a captivating travel journal that paints a picture of 19th-century Canada through detailed descriptions and insightful observations. The author showcases the natural splendor and developing culture of regions like Montreal, Quebec, and the Eastern Townships, bringing to life the landscapes, cityscapes, and people of the time. Beginning with an overview of Montreal, the narrative explores the region’s geography, fertile lands, and its importance as a center for trade. The author also takes note of significant buildings such as the Catholic cathedral and schools, providing groundwork for discussions about Quebec and other areas while also focusing on the environment, social interactions, and chances for new settlement in this growing country.
Canadian Scenery, Volume 2 (of 2)
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
Discover a bygone era in Canada through detailed travel observations, as thriving cities and untouched landscapes are unveiled.
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About the AuthorNathaniel Parker Willis, also known as N. P. Willis, was an American writer, poet and editor who worked with several notable American writers including Edgar Allan Poe and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. He became the highest-paid magazine writer of his day. His brother was the composer Richard Storrs Willis and his sister Sara wrote under the name Fanny Fern. Harriet Jacobs wrote her autobiography while being employed as his children's nurse.
Nathaniel Parker Willis, also known as N. P. Willis, was an American writer, poet and editor who worked with several notable American writers including Edgar Allan Poe and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. He became the highest-paid magazine writer of his day. His brother was the composer Richard Storrs Willis and his sister Sara wrote under the name Fanny Fern. Harriet Jacobs wrote her autobiography while being employed as his children's nurse.
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