On Canada's Frontier by Julian Ralph
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| Author | Ralph, Julian, 1853-1903 |
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| Illustrator | Remington, Frederic, 1861-1909 |
| LoC No. | 02000299 |
| Title |
On Canada's Frontier Sketches of History, Sport, and Adventure and of the Indians, Missionaries, Fur-traders, and Newer Settlers of Western Canada |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Marcia Brooks, Ross Cooling and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Summary | "On Canada's Frontier" by Julian Ralph is a historical account written in the late 19th century. It provides insight into the history, culture, and experiences of various groups, including Indigenous peoples, settlers, and fur traders, in the western parts of Canada. The author draws on his personal journeys and observations in this rich and evolving region, capturing the essence of life on Canada's frontier. The opening of the work sets the stage for an exploration of the Canadian landscape, where Ralph introduces notable figures such as distinguished European settlers and their efforts to thrive in the Assiniboia region. He describes the stark beauty of the vast prairies and the challenges faced by the settlers, including solitude and harsh winters. With vivid imagery, the text paints a picture of the blending of cultures as both Europeans and Indigenous peoples navigate their coexistence in this dynamic landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1001: North America local history: Canada |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Canada |
| Subject | Northwest, Canadian -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Hudson's Bay Company -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35208 |
| Release Date | Feb 7, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 96 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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