Donald G. French

Donald G. French, also known as Donald Graham French, was a Canadian writer and editor born in 1873 and died in 1945. He is most closely associated with Highways of Canadian Literature, a survey of Canadian literary history written with J. D. Logan.

That book became one of the early guides to Canada’s national literature, introducing readers to major authors, themes, and traditions at a time when the field was still taking shape. French is also credited with other literary work, including edited collections such as More Famous Canadian Stories.

Although detailed biographical information is limited in the sources available, his published work suggests a strong interest in making Canadian writing accessible and worth serious attention. Today, he is remembered mainly for helping document and organize Canada’s literary heritage in book form.