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Over Prairie Trails

Over Prairie Trails

著者： Frederick Philip Grove
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 In the early 20th century, Frederick Philip Grove embarked on a remarkable journey when he settled in a remote corner of Manitoba. Working as a teacher over 30 miles from home, he faced the challenges of commuting by horse-and-wagon or horse-and-sleigh every weekend. His experiences during seven of these arduous trips are beautifully chronicled in ‚ÄúOver Prairie Trails,‚Äù published in 1922. Grove‚Äôs keen observations of the natural world‚Äîessential for survival on the unyielding prairie‚Äîcapture the shifting moods of the skies, the biting winds, and the enveloping fog and snow. While the book serves as a rich repository of documentary nature writing, it also transcends mere observation. Grove artfully crafts his narrative, transforming his journeys into epic tales of adventure, likening himself to an Odyssean hero battling the elements to return to his family. At times, his reflections delve into the essence of observation, consciousness, and the intricate web of meaning we weave from our experiences. ‚ÄúOver Prairie Trails‚Äù stands as a pivotal work in Canadian literature, shaping the portrayal of nature‚Äîespecially the harsh beauty of the Canadian winter‚Äîfor generations to come. (Summary by Bruce Pirie)Copyright Biographies 2.0 アート 世界 文学史・文学批評 社会科学 科学
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  • 09 - Over Prairie Trails by Frederick Philip Grove

    09 - Over Prairie Trails by Frederick Philip Grove
    2025/08/19
    In the early 20th century, Frederick Philip Grove embarked on a remarkable journey when he settled in a remote corner of Manitoba. Working as a teacher over 30 miles from home, he faced the challenges of commuting by horse-and-wagon or horse-and-sleigh every weekend. His experiences during seven of these arduous trips are beautifully chronicled in “Over Prairie Trails,” published in 1922. Grove’s keen observations of the natural world—essential for survival on the unyielding prairie—capture the shifting moods of the skies, the biting winds, and the enveloping fog and snow. While the book serves as a rich repository of documentary nature writing, it also transcends mere observation. Grove artfully crafts his narrative, transforming his journeys into epic tales of adventure, likening himself to an Odyssean hero battling the elements to return to his family. At times, his reflections delve into the essence of observation, consciousness, and the intricate web of meaning we weave from our experiences. “Over Prairie Trails” stands as a pivotal work in Canadian literature, shaping the portrayal of nature—especially the harsh beauty of the Canadian winter—for generations to come. (Summary by Bruce Pirie)
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    42 分
  • 08 - Over Prairie Trails by Frederick Philip Grove

    08 - Over Prairie Trails by Frederick Philip Grove
    2025/08/19
    In the early 20th century, Frederick Philip Grove embarked on a remarkable journey when he settled in a remote corner of Manitoba. Working as a teacher over 30 miles from home, he faced the challenges of commuting by horse-and-wagon or horse-and-sleigh every weekend. His experiences during seven of these arduous trips are beautifully chronicled in “Over Prairie Trails,” published in 1922. Grove’s keen observations of the natural world—essential for survival on the unyielding prairie—capture the shifting moods of the skies, the biting winds, and the enveloping fog and snow. While the book serves as a rich repository of documentary nature writing, it also transcends mere observation. Grove artfully crafts his narrative, transforming his journeys into epic tales of adventure, likening himself to an Odyssean hero battling the elements to return to his family. At times, his reflections delve into the essence of observation, consciousness, and the intricate web of meaning we weave from our experiences. “Over Prairie Trails” stands as a pivotal work in Canadian literature, shaping the portrayal of nature—especially the harsh beauty of the Canadian winter—for generations to come. (Summary by Bruce Pirie)
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  • 07 - Over Prairie Trails by Frederick Philip Grove

    07 - Over Prairie Trails by Frederick Philip Grove
    2025/08/19
    In the early 20th century, Frederick Philip Grove embarked on a remarkable journey when he settled in a remote corner of Manitoba. Working as a teacher over 30 miles from home, he faced the challenges of commuting by horse-and-wagon or horse-and-sleigh every weekend. His experiences during seven of these arduous trips are beautifully chronicled in “Over Prairie Trails,” published in 1922. Grove’s keen observations of the natural world—essential for survival on the unyielding prairie—capture the shifting moods of the skies, the biting winds, and the enveloping fog and snow. While the book serves as a rich repository of documentary nature writing, it also transcends mere observation. Grove artfully crafts his narrative, transforming his journeys into epic tales of adventure, likening himself to an Odyssean hero battling the elements to return to his family. At times, his reflections delve into the essence of observation, consciousness, and the intricate web of meaning we weave from our experiences. “Over Prairie Trails” stands as a pivotal work in Canadian literature, shaping the portrayal of nature—especially the harsh beauty of the Canadian winter—for generations to come. (Summary by Bruce Pirie)
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    56 分
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