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This collection explores the multifaceted perceptions of Canada through the lens of European writers and travelers from the 18th century to contemporary times. It begins with an introduction that sets the stage for understanding Europe's imaginative engagement with Canada. The essays delve into various representations of Canada, starting with early European pioneers and emigrants, such as Frances Brooke's portrayal of Canada as a "New Athens" and Anna Brownell Jameson’s reflections as a European woman navigating the New World. The discussion extends to Catherine Parr Traill's optimistic views in "The Young Emigrants" and the ways advertisements and guides shaped immigrant perceptions of the Canadian landscape. The anthology also examines the narratives of European travelers, traders, and adventurers, featuring analyses of works by Frederick Marryat and Robert Michael Ballantyne, as well as the impressions of notable Victorians like Charles Dickens and Anthony Trollope. It highlights the complexities of Canadian identity through the lens of figures like Elizabeth Smart and critiques the cultural reductionism encountered in the reception of Canadian literature in Germany. The collection concludes with reflections from recent European writers, addressing clichés and the evolving image of Canada in literature and educational materials. Overall, it provides a comprehensive exploration of how Canada has been imagined and represent
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Refractions of Canada in European literature and culture, Heinz Antor
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- 2005
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