Pioneer Life Among The Loyalists In Upper Canada (1915)

Pioneer Life Among The Loyalists In Upper Canada is a historical book written by Walter Stevens Herrington, first published in 1915. The book covers the experiences of the loyalists who settled in Upper Canada after the American Revolution. The loyalists were a group of people who remained loyal to the British Crown during the American Revolution and were forced to flee the United States to avoid persecution. The book provides a detailed account of the challenges faced by the loyalists as they settled in Upper Canada, including the harsh living conditions, the struggle to establish new communities, and the conflicts with the local Indigenous population. The author also highlights the important role played by women in the pioneer communities, including their contributions to farming, homemaking, and child-rearing.The book is based on primary sources such as diaries, letters, and official records, which provide a unique perspective on the experiences of the loyalists. The author also includes illustrations and photographs to help bring the stories to life.Overall, Pioneer Life Among The Loyalists In Upper Canada is a fascinating historical account that provides insight into the early days of settlement in Upper Canada and the challenges faced by the loyalists who helped shape the region's history.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.