Roughing it in the Bush

Susanna Moodie's Roughing it in the Bush is an autobiographical account of her experiences emigrating from England to Canada in the 1830s. Published in 1857, the book offers a detailed and often stark depiction of life in the Canadian wilderness as Moodie and her family struggle to make a living as settlers in a harsh and unforgiving environment. She describes the physical and emotional challenges they faced, from harsh winters and difficult farming conditions to encounters with local wildlife and the complexities of building a home in a remote area.