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Strickland, Samuel
1804
1867
Strickland, Major (Samuel)
Twenty-Seven Years in Canada West
The Experience of an Early Settler (Volume I)
E.D. (Tedd) Brien
"Twenty-Seven Years in Canada West" by Samuel Strickland is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The narrative details the experiences of the author as an early settler in Canada, exploring the challenges and triumphs of colonization, including farming, social dynamics, and the natural landscape of Canada West. This work likely appeals to readers interested in colonization, early Canadian history, and first-hand narratives of the settler experience. The opening of the book sets the stage for Strickland's adventures, starting with his journey from England to Canada in search of a new life. He vividly describes his voyage across the Atlantic, highlighting the challenges of sea life, encounters with icebergs, and his arrival at Quebec. The importance of colonial life is emphasized, as Strickland reflects on the gradual transition from a pioneer lifestyle to establishing a comfortable home and farm. The preface establishes his motivations for writing the narrative to benefit future emigrants, sharing lessons learned from experiencing the trials of early settlement firsthand. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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