Alaska, Vol. 2: History, Geography, Resources (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Dall, William H.

9781332886302: Alaska, Vol. 2: History, Geography, Resources (Classic Reprint)

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2019
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1332886302
ISBN 13: 9781332886302
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Nombre de pages: 332
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Alaska, Vol. 2: History, Geography, Resources (Classic Reprint)

William H. Dall, Charles Keeler

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ISBN 10 : 1332886302 ISBN 13 : 9781332886302

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of Alaska as it relates to the people who discovered, settled, and traded in the region. The author begins with the era of exploration by independent prospectors, Cossacks, and fur -traders, whose tales of abundant animal life and resources led to the establishment of Russian influence in the late 18th century. The book delves into the implementation of a Russian -American Company charter, and the transformation from a fur -trading society to a more organized governance. The author highlights the complex relationship between the Russian -American Company, its employees, and the native peoples of Alaska, who often bore the brunt of harsh conditions and exploitation. The influence of various nations on the development of Alaska's trade, exploration, and governance is carefully examined, as well as the social and economic factors that shaped the territory's eventual purchase by the United States in 1867. The book concludes by reflecting on the neglect and exploitation of the territory after the purchase, the gold rush of 1895, and the beginning of responsible governance and environmental protection in the late 20th century. The author argues that the history of Alaska is not simply a story of exploration and exploitation, but a fascinating study of the complex interactions between humans and the environment, and the ways in which cultural values and economic interests have shaped both individual lives and the land itself. 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 r�f. du vendeur 9781332886302_0

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