The Northwest Territories And British Columbia

By Aeneas McDonell Dawson

Book Overview

""The Northwest Territories and British Columbia"" is a historical book written by Aeneas McDonell Dawson in 1881. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Northwest Territories and British Columbia, which were still relatively unknown and unexplored regions at the time.Dawson, a Canadian geologist and surveyor, draws on his own experiences and observations during his travels through the regions, as well as on the reports of other explorers and settlers. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the geography, geology, climate, flora and fauna, indigenous peoples, and early European settlements of the regions.The book also includes detailed descriptions of the various natural resources found in the regions, such as gold, coal, and timber, and their potential for economic development. Dawson also provides insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by the harsh climate and rugged terrain of these regions.Overall, ""The Northwest Territories and British Columbia"" is a valuable historical document that provides a fascinating glimpse into the early exploration and settlement of these important regions of Canada. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history, geography, or natural resources.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165601842
• ISBN13: 9781165601844
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"