The Haliburton Primer

By M W (Margaret Winifred) Haliburton, Bruce Ryburn Payne, C M (Clara Miller) Burd

Rediscover a quietly brilliant voice of the 19th century The Haliburton Primer reawakens the wit, insight, and humanity of M. W. Haliburton in a newly restored collector s edition. This compact collection gathers Haliburton s sharpest essays and sketches witty social observation, gentle satire, and clear-eyed commentary on manners, politics, and everyday life. Readers will meet the author s memorable characters and distinctive narrative voice as he probes class, culture, and conscience with humor and compassion. More than a historical curiosity, these pieces illuminate Haliburton's themes and style: moral irony, rural and urban contrasts, and a quietly influential perspective on society and culture. Historically significant and long out of print, this edition from Alpha Editions returns a crucial thread of influential Canadian literature to public view. Restored for today s and future generations, it blends meticulous textual care with elegant design to offer collectors and casual readers alike a literary classic reborn. Whether you re building a classic literature collection, studying 19th-century essays, or seeking a fresh window into Canadian author Haliburton s legacy, this volume provides essential reading and historical literature analysis. This is not merely a reprint it s a cultural treasure and a collector s item that invites renewed exploration of Haliburton's literary legacy and his place among literary classics. Perfect for readers interested in Haliburton Primer book, M. W. Haliburton writings, and literary classics exploration.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9371340983
• ISBN13: 9789371340984
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"