
CANADA
CHAPTER I - THE GREAT DOMINION
CHAPTER II - THE FAR WEST
CHAPTER III - HOME-LIFE IN CANADA
CHAPTER IV - WINTER SPORTS
CHAPTER V - FIFTY BELOW ZERO
CHAPTER VI - LAW AND ORDER IN CANADA
CHAPTER VII - THE SHIP OF THE PRAIRIE
CHAPTER VIII - GOLDEN WHEAT AND THE BIG RED APPLE
CHAPTER IX - CANADIAN TIMBER
Explore a sweeping portrait of a continent that stretches from the bustling ports of the Atlantic to the icy reaches of the Arctic. The narrative guides listeners across eight provinces, painting vivid scenes of bustling cities, endless prairies, towering mountains, and dense northern forests, all brought to life by twelve full‑page colour illustrations. From the historic streets of Toronto and Montreal to the rugged frontiers of the West, the book captures the sheer scale and diversity of this young Dominion.
Beyond geography, the work delves into everyday life: the rhythm of farms, the excitement of winter sports, and the challenges of frontier settlements. It also touches on the rich tapestry of peoples who call the land home—settlers, Indigenous communities, and those drawn by the promise of gold and timber. Listeners will come away with a clear sense of Canada’s natural grandeur and the early 20th‑century spirit that shaped its identity.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (143K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Al Haines
Release date
2015-08-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1858–1944
Best known today for The Cremona Violin, this English writer also worked as an editor and translator, with a strong interest in travel and place. His books range from fiction to practical writing about life in British Columbia.
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