A Treasury of Canadian Verse, with Brief Biographical Notes

This anthology gathers a broad cross‑section of English‑Canadian poetry from the early settlement years through the turn of the twentieth century. The selections showcase how the Canadian landscape—from thawing spring to icy winter—shapes both simple lyric and more ambitious, reflective pieces. Accompanying brief biographical notes give listeners a sense of the poets’ lives and the cultural backdrop that inspired their verses.

Readers will hear the rhythm of daily labour, the pride of railways and canals, and the quiet reverence for a young nation’s promise. Many poems blend natural description with personal longing, offering a gentle, often vivid meditation on love, loss, and the search for meaning. By presenting both well‑known and lesser‑heard voices, the collection invites anyone who loves poetry to explore the unique yet universal spirit of Canada’s literary heritage.