The Substance Of A Journal During A Residence At The Red River Colony, British North America (1824) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104401504)

The Substance Of A Journal During A Residence At The Red River Colony, British North America (1824) is a book written by John West. It is a detailed account of his experiences during his stay at the Red River Colony in what is now Manitoba, Canada, in 1824. West's journal provides a fascinating insight into life at the colony, which was established by the Hudson's Bay Company in the early 19th century. He describes the people he met, including the indigenous Cree and Ojibwa tribes, as well as the European settlers who had come to the colony to trade furs and establish a new life.The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of life at the colony. West writes about the climate and geography of the area, the flora and fauna, and the challenges of living in such a remote and isolated location. He also writes about the social and cultural aspects of life at the colony, including the relationships between the different groups of people who lived there.Overall, The Substance Of A Journal During A Residence At The Red River Colony, British North America (1824) is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique insight into life in early 19th-century Canada. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history, colonialism, or the history of the Hudson's Bay Company.And Frequent Excursions Among The Northwest American Indians In The Years 1820-23.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.

Author: John West
ISBN-10: 1104401509
ISBN-13: 9781104401504
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/27/2009
Pages: 232
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.49d