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100 1 _aWillis, Nathaniel Parker,
_d1806-1867
245 1 0 _aCanadian Scenery, Volume 2 (of 2)
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2014-12-17
508 _aProduced by Marcia Brooks, Cindy Beyer, Ross Cooling and the Project Gutenberg team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net
520 _a"Canadian Scenery, Volume 2 (of 2)" by Nathaniel Parker Willis is a descriptive travelogue written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the natural beauty and cultural elements of Canada, particularly focusing on the regions surrounding Montreal, Quebec, and the Eastern Townships. The text likely captivates readers with vivid imagery and observations about the landscapes, urban centers, and societal aspects of Canadian life during that time. At the start of the narrative, Willis presents an expansive overview of the rural and urban landscapes of the Montreal district, detailing the geographical features and agricultural potential of the region. He describes the lush areas along the St. Lawrence River, highlighting Montreal's significance as a commercial hub. The text also includes observations on public edifices, such as the impressive Catholic cathedral and various educational institutions. Further, Willis sets the stage for future discussions on Quebec and other regions, with a keen focus on environmental details, societal dynamics, and the prospects for emigration and settlement, providing a rich context for understanding Canadian scenery and life in the 19th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCanada -- Description and travel
653 _aCanada -- History
700 1 _aBartlett, W. H.
_q(William Henry),
_d1809-1854
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47691
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