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100 1 _aBranch, Mary Lydia,
_d1840-1922
245 1 2 _aA Visit to Newfoundland
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2016-01-14
508 _aE-text prepared by Mardi Desjardins & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team (http://www.pgdpcanada.net) from page images generously made available by Memorial University of Newfoundland Centre for Newfoundland Studies (http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/landingpage/collection/cns)
508 _aE-text prepared by Mardi Desjardins and the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team (http://www.pgdpcanada.net) from page images generously made available by Memorial University of Newfoundland Centre for Newfoundland Studies (http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/landingpage/collection/cns)
520 _a"A Visit to Newfoundland" by Mary Lydia Branch is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This book offers a vivid description of the author's experiences and observations during her visit to Newfoundland, providing insights into the local culture, the life of fishermen, and the natural beauty of the landscape. Through detailed depictions of small fishing villages and their inhabitants, Branch captures both the charm and struggles of life in this rugged part of Canada. The narrative unfolds as Branch recounts her journey to Newfoundland, starting with her arrival in Channel, a quintessential fishing village. She introduces readers to the local characters, such as the resourceful Mrs. Pike and hardworking fishing families like Jim Savery's. The author reflects on the contrast between the fishermen's hard lives and the relative comfort of local merchants and officials. Through engaging anecdotes and heartfelt observations, Branch explores themes of community, resilience, and the connection to nature. The book concludes with a lingering sense of nostalgia for the friendships formed and the simple beauty of Newfoundland, evoking a deep appreciation for the place and its people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNewfoundland and Labrador -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50925
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