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2004-10-01
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Haight, Canniff
1825
1901
Country Life in Canada Fifty Years Ago
Personal recollections and reminiscences of a sexagenarian
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"Country Life in Canada Fifty Years Ago" by Canniff Haight is a historical account that reflects on the pioneer life in Canada, written during the late 19th century. The author offers personal recollections and reminiscences of his experiences as a boy growing up in a rural Canadian setting, discussing the challenges and joys of life in that era. The book likely delves into various aspects of daily life, the culture, and the evolution of society in Canada amidst the backdrop of a changing world. The opening of the book sets the stage by introducing the author and outlining his intent to share memories from his youth, providing a glimpse into the pastoral and often labor-intensive life of early settlers. Haight recalls the simplicity of his family's origins, beginning with his father's struggles to establish a farm from dense woods and the experiences that shaped his childhood, including sugar-making, barn-raising, and winter festivities. Through vivid descriptions, he evokes a sense of nostalgia while commenting on the dynamics of rural hospitality, the fundamental roles of family and community, and the gradual advancements in society, all framed by the warmth of personal memory and historical observation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Frontier and pioneer life -- Ontario
Ontario -- Social life and customs
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Canada
Category: Biographies
Category: History - Other
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