Autor: Charles G. D. Sir Roberts

Charles G. D. Roberts, often referred to as the „Father of Canadian Poetry, ” was not only a central figure in Canadian literature but also a pioneer in the field of animal fiction. Born on January 10, 1860, in Douglas, New Brunswick, and educated at the University of New Brunswick, Roberts”s literary career spanned several genres including poetry, essays, and historical fiction. However, he is particularly renowned for his realistic and compassionate depictions of animal life – a theme vividly explored in his collection „Some Animal Stories.” His writing style in such works anticipates the later trend in environmental sensitivity, a blend of Romantic idealism and Victorian sentiment with an attentiveness to the natural world. Roberts”s influence on Canadian literature was profound, as he sought to shape a distinctive Canadian voice while also engaging readers with universal themes of nature and survival. He was knighted in 1935, becoming Sir Charles G. D. Roberts, in recognition of his contributions to literature. Throughout his prolific career, Roberts captured the spirit of the Canadian wilderness and its fauna, thereby laying the groundwork for future generations of nature writers and environmental storytellers. His death on November 26, 1943, marked the end of an era but also the enduring legacy of a man who helped to define a nation”s literary identity.