Lady Mary and her Nurse; or, A Peep into the Canadian Forest

An influential figure in early Canadian literature, Catharine Parr Traill documented her experiences and observations of life in Ontario through letters, journals, and children's books. Her notable work, The Backwoods of Canada, provides valuable insights into the early colonial period. Traill's passion for the natural world is evident in her sketches and publications, including Canadian Wild Flowers and Studies of Plant Life in Canada, showcasing her contributions to both literature and naturalism. She lived in Belleville until her death in 1899.