New Country

New Country is a poem by an anonymous old settler, featured in a 40-page pamphlet titled 'Early Settlers of Bowmanville, Darlington, Clarke, and Surrounding Country,' published in 1875. The work provides insights into the habits and customs of indigenous peoples and the local zoology of the area approximately 60 kilometers east of Toronto, Ontario. This poem was recorded as part of the Fortnightly poetry project by LibriVox volunteers in April 2023, highlighting the historical context of early Canadian settlement.