Canada For Gentlemen Being Letters From James Seton Cockburn

Canada For Gentlemen Being Letters From James Seton Cockburn

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""Canada For Gentlemen Being Letters From James Seton Cockburn"" is a book written by James Seton Cockburn, a Scottish soldier and artist who lived in Canada in the mid-19th century. The book is a collection of letters that Cockburn wrote to his friends and family back in Scotland, describing his experiences and observations of life in Canada. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including Cockburn's travels throughout the country, his interactions with the local people, his impressions of Canadian society and culture, and his thoughts on the political situation in the country. Cockburn's writing is lively and engaging, and he provides a unique perspective on Canada during a time of great change and transition.Throughout the book, Cockburn's love for Canada shines through, as he describes the country's natural beauty, its vibrant cities, and its friendly people. He also offers insights into the challenges of life in Canada, including the harsh winters, the difficulties of farming in the wilderness, and the struggle for political autonomy.Overall, ""Canada For Gentlemen Being Letters From James Seton Cockburn"" is a fascinating and insightful glimpse into Canada during the mid-19th century, written by a talented and observant writer who truly loved the country he called home.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781162656922
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 50
Weight: 104g
Height: 191mm
Width: 234mm
Spine width: 2mm