A keenly observed travel diary from a 1860s visit to Canada, offering a vivid slice of life, society, and travel.
Across a string of bustling towns and grand houses, this account follows a traveler’s days from Montreal to Quebec and beyond. Rich with contemporary scenes—balls, concerts, church visits, and chats with officials—the pages capture the mood, fashion, and personal impressions of a year in Canada during the 1860s. It blends travel details with intimate moments, weather notes, and small stories that illuminate life on board ships, at Spencer Wood, and in the capital’s social circles.
What you’ll experience
- firsthand scenes of social life, gatherings, and military and political figures in mid-19th‑century Canada
- travel notes, ship journeys, and daily routines that reveal the pace and color of the era
- descriptions of winter clothing, fur accessories, and fashion as the season changes
- small, human moments and anecdotes that personalize historical events
Ideal for readers of historical diaries, 19th‑century travel writing, and Canadian social history.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book consists of extracts from the journal of the author, a British woman, who travelled to Canada with her husband, a military officer, in 1864. The journal entries begin in May 1864, as the author and her husband sail from England to Canada, and end in June. The author provides detailed descriptions of her journey, including her experiences on board ship, her arrival in Halifax and her travels through Canada, offering insights into the social and cultural life of the country during this period. She also offers her observations on the natural beauty of Canada, including the forests and lakes, and on the cities and towns she visits. The journal provides a unique and personal perspective on Canada in the mid-19th century, and is a valuable addition to the literature on the history of the country. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331401797_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331401797
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331401797
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)