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Hargrave, Joseph James

 
9781333608545: Red River (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

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- Appendices with historical documents and notes on notable events and figures

Ideal for readers of Canadian frontier history, Rupert’s Land, and historical reference works seeking a thorough, approachable overview of a formative region.

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