Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava: My Canadian Journal 1872 to 1878

The Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava: My Canadian Journal 1872 to 1878 is a memoir written by Lady Dufferin, the wife of the Governor General of Canada from 1872 to 1878. The book is a personal account of her experiences and observations during her time in Canada, which she recorded in a journal. Lady Dufferin writes about her travels across the country, her encounters with First Nations people, her experiences with the Canadian political and social elite, and her efforts to promote the arts and culture in Canada. The book provides a unique insight into Canadian society during the late 19th century and is an important historical document. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history, culture, and society.Extracts From My Letters Home Written While Lord Dufferin Was Governor-General.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.