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Waldenström, P. (Paul)
1838
1917
Waldenström, Paul
Waldenstrom, Paul
Genom Canada: Reseskildringar från 1904
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"Genom Canada: Reseskildringar från 1904" by P. Waldenström is a travel narrative recounting the author's experiences in Canada, written in the early 20th century. The book likely serves as both an observational account of Canadian society and a reflection on the growing emigration trends from Sweden to North America. The narrative appears to be structured around the author's journey across Canada and the United States, examining the landscape, culture, and conditions of the time. The opening of the narrative introduces Canada as a largely unfamiliar place to many Europeans, particularly to Swedes contemplating emigration. The author shares his motivations for visiting Canada and details his journey logistics, including choosing a Danish line for travel due to its favorable conditions compared to other routes. He discusses the experience of traveling by ship, the perceptions of emigrants, and the necessary preparations for the voyage, emphasizing the contrasts between classes on board. Lastly, the author hints at broader themes of emigration and settlement in North America, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of Canadian life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Canada -- Emigration and immigration
Canada -- Description and travel
Swedes -- Canada
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