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Remarkable life and lasting legacy of a Scottish nobleman who shaped early Canada .
This biography traces the fifth Earl of Selkirk from his birth in Scotland to his bold efforts to found settlements in the New World, shaping place names and frontier communities that endure today.
This edition presents the man behind the name, showing how his vision of education, liberty, and humanitarian aid guided major colonization attempts in Prince Edward Island, Upper Canada, and Manitoba. It situates his efforts within the broader currents of 19th-century North American settlement, including the challenges he faced from rival fur companies, harsh landscapes, and the needs of down‑trodden cottars and settlers.- Explore Selkirk’s origin, family ties, and the traits that fueled his leadership and drive.
- Learn how Red River settlements were founded, including the naming of Point Douglas and Fort Douglas.
- See the legacies that bear his name in Canada, from towns to mountain ranges.
- Understand the complex interactions with fur traders, Indigenous peoples, and competing companies.
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The Life of Lord Selkirk: Coloniser of Western Canada (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book traces the life of Thomas Douglas, fifth Earl of Selkirk, from his birth in 1771 to his untimely death in 1820. It tells the story of a man who inherited a title and fortune, but who dedicated his life to philanthropy, focusing on the relief of poverty and suffering. The author notes Douglas's early interest in social reform, his travels throughout the Scottish Highlands, and his efforts to improve the lives of the poor and oppressed, especially in the areas of Ireland and Scotland. The book goes on to detail Douglas's ambitious plan to establish a colony of impoverished Highland and Irish families on the shores of Hudson Bay in Canada, known as the Red River Colony. Douglas's vision for this colony was to create a self-sustaining community where the settlers could live in peace and prosperity. The author describes the challenges and hardships faced by the settlers, as well as the opposition and conflict they encountered from rival fur trading companies. The book also explores the broader historical context, providing insights into the social, political, and economic conditions of the early 19th century that shaped Douglas's work. The book highlights Douglas's unwavering commitment to his ideals, even in the face of adversity and setbacks, and examines the legacy of his efforts on the development of Western Canada and the lives of countless individuals. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331332176_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331332176
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