Over Prairie Trails by Frederick Philip Grove
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"Over Prairie Trails" by Frederick Philip Grove is a memoir and travelogue written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of life in the prairie provinces of Canada, focusing on the author's experiences as he travels back and forth between his work in a small town and his family living near a large lake. The memoir explores themes of nature, rural life, and the personal reflections that
come with long journeys across the land. At the start of the book, the author recounts his routine trips home from town to his family's location, detailing the distances, conditions, and the experiences of each journey. Along the way, he describes the landscapes, the farms he passes, and his connection to the natural world, highlighting moments of beauty and introspection. The opening conveys a sense of longing for home and the warmth of family, marking these travels as significant events in his life peppered with both mundane and extraordinary encounters. Grove's reflections on the land, his beloved horse Peter, and the joys of nature shape a richly evocative introduction to his journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Grove, Frederick Philip, 1879-1948 |
|---|---|
| Title | Over Prairie Trails |
| Credits | Produced by Gardner Buchanan, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1001: North America local history: Canada |
| Subject | Manitoba -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6111 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Jan 28, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 381 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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