Reproduction of the original: Lost in the Backwoods by Mrs. Traill

How the American wilderness shaped Scottish experience, imagination and identity. How is the Scottish imagination shaped by its emigre experience with wilderness and the extreme? Drawing on journals, emigrant guides, memoirs, letters, poetry and fiction, this book examines patterns of survival, defeat, adaptation and response in North America's harshest landscapes. Most Scots who crossed the Atlantic in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries encountered the practical, moral and cultural challenges of the wilderness, with its many tensions and contradictions. Jenni Calder explores the effect of these experiences on the Scots imagination. Associated with displacement and disappearance, the 'wilderness' was also a source of adventure and redemption, of exploitation and spiritual regeneration, of freedom and restriction. An arena of greed, cruelty and cannibalism, of courage, generosity and mutual understanding, it brought out the best and the worst of humanity. Did the Scots who emigrated exchange one extreme for another, or did they discover a new idea of identity, freedom and landscape?

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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Lost in the Backwoods: A Tale of the Canadian Forest" by Catharine Parr Strickland Traill. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Alice B. Emerson's "Ruth Fielding at Snow Camp, or Lost in the Backwoods" takes readers on a thrilling journey with the adventurous Ruth Fielding as she faces the challenges of a snowbound wilderness. The story unfolds with themes of survival, determination, and the exploration of the great outdoors. Set against the backdrop of a winter camping trip gone awry, the narrative captures the essence of Ruth's resourcefulness, resilience, and her unwavering spirit in the face of adversity. Through her encounters with nature's harsh elements and her efforts to find her way back, readers are transported into a world of survival and self-discovery. The novella delves into themes of self-reliance, perseverance, and the value of staying strong in the midst of challenges. As Ruth navigates the rugged terrain and relies on her inner strength, she embodies the qualities of courage and determination. "Ruth Fielding at Snow Camp, or Lost in the Backwoods" celebrates the indomitable human spirit and the power of self-discovery through outdoor exploration. Alice B. Emerson's storytelling invites readers to accompany Ruth on her wilderness adventure, emphasizing the importance of resilience and the rewards of inner strength.