Life on the Frontier (Classic Reprint): A Sketch of the Parry Sound, Colonies That Settled Near, Edmonton, in the Early Nineties - Couverture souple

W. C. Pollard

 
9781330626825: Life on the Frontier (Classic Reprint): A Sketch of the Parry Sound, Colonies That Settled Near, Edmonton, in the Early Nineties

Synopsis

Discover frontier life and the people who built the Prairie West.

This account captures the hopes, hard work, and everyday moments of settlers around Parry Sound and Edmonton in the 1890s, framed by the author’s memories and observations. Framed by personal recollections, the narrative blends pioneering life with broader themes about community, economy, and growth. It offers glimpses of remaking landscapes, building schools, and shaping a democracy in a developing region, all through the lens of early settlers and their families.

  • Vivid scenes of daily routines, from farming to trading and schooling.
  • Reflections on the challenges and rewards of settling a new land.
  • Discussion of economies, governance, and the push for infrastructure and industry.
  • Atmospheric details of prairie winters, wildlife, and the changing technological era.
Ideal for readers interested in Canadian prairie history, settlement life, and the social forces that shaped early communities in the West.

Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.

Autres éditions populaires du même titre