On Canada's Frontier : Sketches of History, Sport, and Adventure and of the Indians, Missionaries, Fur-traders, and Newer Settlers of Western Canada

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ralph, Julian, 1853-1903

Contributor:

Remington, Frederic, 1861-1909

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

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.)

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)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2011-02-07