Trent University
Susanna Moodie: Life
This detailed article on the life of Susanna Moodie has information on what Moodie wrote prior to marriage and emigration to Canada, her early experiences in Canada and writing that stemmed from them, and the hardships she and her family...
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: l.m. Montgomery
This site from Kuusankoski Public Library provides information on the life and works of L.M. Montgomery.
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University of Rochester: Interview With Robertson Davies
A 1992 interview with Canadian author Robertson Davies, where the Arthurian influences of his "The Lyre of Orpheus" and "What's Bred in the Bone" are discussed.
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University of Western Ontario: Early Writing in Canada: Canadian Poetry
Collection of poetry and writing encompasses several centuries of Canadian literary production. Many of the writers are well-known historical figures, including explorers, such as Samuel Hearne, whose travel diaries are excerpted here....
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Wired for Books: Audio Interview With Robertson Davies
Listen to an interview with Canadian novelist Robertson Davies, author of "A Mixture of Frailties" and "The Lyre of Orpheus." Discussion topics include journalism, writing plays, and writers' experiences.
PBS
Pbs Online News Hour: In Memory: Robertson Davies
A discussion of the life and works of Canadian author Robertson Davies.
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Writers' Union of Canada
The official site of the union that represents the interests of writers in Canada, with news and information about the union's services to writers, prominent members, literary awards, publications and contests.
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E Notes: Hugh Mac Lennan
A biography of Canadian author and essayis Hugh MacLennan that includes information about his principal works and criticism.
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Athabasca University: Centre for Language and Literature: Margaret Laurence
Read about "one of the most important writers from Western Canada, Margaret Laurence." Here is information on her early life, education, published works, and received honours.
University of California
University of California, Davis: Well Known Canadians: Authors
List of writers from Canada, with brief biographical facts, photographs, works, and awards.
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Track O: Online Guide to Writing in Canada: Canadian Authors Index
Extensive list of Canadian authors with complied lists of their works, works about them, awards, etc., along with links to external resources.
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Athabasca University: Centre for Language and Literature: Susanna Moodie
A biograhpy about Susanna Moodie, with information on her marriage and family life, emigration to Canada, and early publications. Read about her best-known book, "Roughing it in the Bush," and her latter works.
Other
Margaret Atwood Society
The Margaret Atwood Society is a group of students, teachers, and scholars who enjoy the works and writings of Canadian author Margaret Atwood. Site includes information about the author and accepts submissions for writing awards.
New York Times
New York Times: Hugh Mac Lennan Is Dead at 83; A Canadian Novelist and Teacher
[Free Registration/Login Required] A 1990 article recalling the career, education, and personal thoughts of Canadian author Hugh MacLennan.
ABC Bookworld
Bc Book World: Mc Clung, Nellie Letitia
This is a brief biography of Nellie Letitia McClung.
Curated OER
Photograph of the Cast of Les Belles Soeurs, Undated
Learn about the motivating factors behind and recurring themes of Canadian author Michel Tremblay's diverse collection of works. This site offers a look into the author's cultural context as well as excerpts from his published works and...
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Cover of L'homme Qui Entendait Siffler Une Bouilloire, 2001
Learn about the motivating factors behind and recurring themes of Canadian author Michel Tremblay's diverse collection of works. This site offers a look into the author's cultural context as well as excerpts from his published works and...
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Cover of Larry's Party, C1997, With Photograph of Table Following a Dinner Party
According to this online exhibit of Carol Shields manuscripts, this novelist believed that "art offers a means of confronting the joys and dramas of the human condition." What does this mean? Explore Carol Shields' famous novels, such as...
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Cover of the Republic of Love, 1992, With an Illustration of a Mermaid
According to this online exhibit of Carol Shields manuscripts, this novelist believed that "art offers a means of confronting the joys and dramas of the human condition." What does this mean? Explore Carol Shields' famous novels, such as...
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Photograph of Elizabeth Smart and Her Three Children, August 20, 1945
Read a brief criticism of Canadian novelist's Elizabeth Smart's popular works. Also, learn about the artwork and miscellaneous materials (journals, correspondence, manuscripts) that reveal "a clearer understanding of a complex person: a...
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Photograph of Elizabeth Smart, 1942
Read a brief criticism of Canadian novelist's Elizabeth Smart's popular works. Also, learn about the artwork and miscellaneous materials (journals, correspondence, manuscripts) that reveal "a clearer understanding of a complex person: a...
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Colourful Cover of Novel, by Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept, 1945
Read a brief criticism of Canadian novelist's Elizabeth Smart's popular works. Also, learn about the artwork and miscellaneous materials (journals, correspondence, manuscripts) that reveal "a clearer understanding of a complex person: a...
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Cover of Novel, the Stone Carvers 2001
Dive into the world of Jane Urguhart's creativity by exploring her poetry and fiction. This article, accompanied with excerpts from her published works, manuscripts, and journals, examines the context of and motivation behind her work as...