A Boy of the Dominion: A Tale of Canadian Immigration
1913
A Boy of the Dominion: A Tale of Canadian Immigration, written by F. S. Brereton and first published in 1913, follows the story of Joe Bradley, a young orphan who decides to emigrate to Canada after selling his father's cycle shop. The narrative explores themes of adventure and independence as Joe navigates his uncertain future, encouraged by locals and the promise of new opportunities. This juvenile fiction highlights the experiences of Canadian immigration and the influence of the Royal North West Mounted Police.
