Voyage Of The Paper Canoe (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162716046)

Voyage Of The Paper Canoe is a classic travelogue written by N. H. Bishop. The book details Bishop's journey in a paper canoe from Quebec to the Gulf of Mexico. The voyage was undertaken in the 1870s, and the book is a fascinating account of the challenges and adventures that Bishop encountered during his journey.The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a different part of the journey. Bishop writes in a descriptive and engaging style, bringing to life the landscapes, people, and cultures he encountered along the way. He also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize his journey.Throughout the book, Bishop faces a variety of challenges, including navigating treacherous rapids, dealing with hostile locals, and surviving harsh weather conditions. He also meets a number of interesting characters, including Native Americans, French-Canadians, and settlers along the Mississippi River.Overall, Voyage Of The Paper Canoe is a captivating read that offers a unique glimpse into the history and culture of North America in the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, adventure, and the great outdoors.We were again on the Richelieu, with about twenty-three miles between us and the boundary line of the United States and Canada, and with very little current to impede us. As dusk approached we passed a dismantled old fort, situated upon an island called Ile aux Noix, and entered a region inhabited by the large bull-frog, where we camped for the night, amid the dolorous voices of these choristers.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: N. H. Bishop
ISBN-10: 1162716045
ISBN-13: 9781162716046
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 136
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.29d