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100	1		_aBeavan, F., Mrs. _q(Frederick), _d1818-1897
245	1	0	_aSketches and Tales Illustrative of Life in the Backwoods of New Brunswick : _bGleaned from Actual Observation and Experience During a Residence of Seven Years in That Interesting Colony
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-06-01
508			_aProduced by Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team, with thanks to www.canadiana.org,
520			_a"Sketches and Tales Illustrative of Life in the Backwoods of New Brunswick" by Mrs. F. Beavan is a collection of narrative sketches written during the mid-19th century. This work provides a vivid portrayal of life and customs in New Brunswick, exploring the experiences of settlers through personal observations and stories gleaned from seven years of residence in the region. The themes revolve around the social dynamics, moral fabric, and agricultural challenges faced by these early inhabitants, as well as the interactions between various cultural groups within the territory. The opening of the text introduces readers to the rich tapestry of life in New Brunswick, highlighting the contrasts between the original settlers, such as the French Acadians, and the various immigrant groups that followed. The author paints a picture of daily life through descriptions of nature, community activities, and the environment, such as spring freshets and the importance of sugar-making. As she describes her own surroundings—like the landscape around Long Creek—Mrs. Beavan captures the essence of backwoods living, offering insights into the settlers’ relationships with one another, their labor conditions, and their attempts to cultivate the challenging land. The narrative is woven with observational humor and social commentary, emphasizing the unique characteristics of the New Brunswickers and inviting readers to step into the life of a vibrant yet demanding colonial lifestyle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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653			_aBeavan, F. (Frederick), Mrs., 1818-1897 -- Homes and haunts -- New Brunswick
653			_aCountry life -- New Brunswick -- History -- 19th century
653			_aNew Brunswick -- Social life and customs
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12675
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