A detailed historical portrait of Red River Settlement and Rupert’s Land, with a clear view of people, power, and daily life. This edition weaves together politics, trade, religion, and everyday routines to illuminate a pivotal frontier region.
The book covers the colony’s early governance and constitutional history, the structure of administration, and the role of the Hudson’s Bay Company. It also explores transport, communications, and the social fabric that sustained communities from Fort Abercrombie to Winnipeg. Readers gain context for key events, from civil and legal developments to cultural life and schooling.
What you’ll experience
- A broad survey of political and legal institutions shaping Red River and Rupert’s Land
- In‑depth looks at transportation, revenues, and public works in the settlement
- Chapters on churches, missions, and education that reveal community life
- Appendices with historical documents and notes on notable events and figures
Ideal for readers of Canadian frontier history, Rupert’s Land, and historical reference works seeking a thorough, approachable overview of a formative region.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive review of the history, policies, and institutions that shaped Red River, an early settlement in the heart of the fertile prairie lands of North America. The author, who resided in the area for several years, draws on journals, government documents, and personal interviews to provide a rich account of both the successes and challenges of this unique society. The book explores religious and political facets of the Red River community, in addition to describing daily life on the prairies. The author's keen insights and extensive firsthand research illuminate a lost chapter in the history of the American frontier. 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 9781333608545_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333608545
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333608545
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)