Publisher's Synopsis
Pathfinding On Plain And Prairie: Stirring Scenes Of Life In The Canadian Northwest is a memoir written by John McDougall, a Methodist missionary who traveled extensively throughout the Canadian Northwest in the late 1800s. The book provides a detailed account of McDougall's experiences living among the indigenous peoples of the region, as well as his interactions with European settlers and explorers.Throughout the book, McDougall describes the challenges and hardships he faced while traveling through the rugged terrain of the Canadian Northwest. He recounts his encounters with wild animals, harsh weather conditions, and the difficult living conditions of the indigenous communities he visited.In addition to his personal experiences, McDougall also provides a fascinating historical account of the early days of European settlement in the region. He describes the arrival of the Hudson's Bay Company and the subsequent influx of settlers and traders, as well as the conflicts and tensions that arose between the indigenous peoples and the newcomers.Overall, Pathfinding On Plain And Prairie is a captivating and informative account of life in the Canadian Northwest during a pivotal period in its history. McDougall's vivid descriptions of the landscape, people, and events of the region make this book a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history or the history of the American West.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
