Publisher's Synopsis
Ungava is a novel written by R.M. Ballantyne. The story is set in the Canadian wilderness, specifically in the Ungava region, which is known for its harsh climate and rugged terrain. The main character of the story is a young man named Peter, who is sent on a mission to explore the area and gather information about the local Inuit people. Along the way, Peter faces numerous challenges, including dangerous animals, harsh weather conditions, and hostile encounters with the Inuit. Despite these obstacles, he perseveres and eventually gains a deeper understanding of the Inuit culture and way of life. The novel is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of survival, exploration, and cultural understanding.""Well, I've no doubt that he deserves your good opinion. Nevertheless, be more than ordinarily careful. If you had a wife and child in the canoe, Massan, you would understand my anxiety better."" Stanley smiled as he said this, and the worthy steersman replied in a grave tone, -- ""I have the wife and child of my bourgeois under my care.""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.