Sylvicola: Or Songs From The Backwoods (1878)

By William Haughton

Book Overview

Sylvicola: Or Songs From The Backwoods is a book written by William Haughton and published in 1878. The book is a collection of poems that reflect the author's experiences living in the backwoods of Canada. The title of the book, Sylvicola, is a Latin word that means ""dweller in the woods."" The poems in the book are written in a variety of styles, including sonnets, ballads, and free verse. They cover a wide range of topics, from the beauty of nature to the struggles of life in the wilderness. The book is considered an important work of Canadian literature, as it captures the spirit of the country's early settlers and their connection to the land. Overall, Sylvicola is a poignant and evocative collection of poetry that offers a glimpse into the life and experiences of those who lived in the Canadian backwoods in the late 19th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437039782
• ISBN13: 9781437039788
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"