A Narrative of an Extraordinary Escape Out of the Hands of the Indians, in the Gulph of St. Lawrence (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple
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The following remarks were taken down every night in short hand, which was my constant practice when I was upon any expedition - I chuse to deliver my journal just as I then wrote it, and leave every reader to his own remarks; referring simple truths before the embellishments and colourings of the best writers - The judicious will see that this piece is intended as a ska/(la, (to speak in the style of the artists) a fir/min: only - as such it is od''sted.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the remarkable journey of Gamaliel Smethurst, an Englishman who traveled from Nepisiguit to Fort Cumberland in 1761. Smethurst's expedition occurred during a period of great upheaval in the region, following the expulsion of the Acadians and amidst tensions between the British and French. Through Smethurst's detailed account, readers gain a firsthand perspective on the political, cultural, and environmental conditions of the time. The author recounts his interactions with the local Acadians, Indians, and British officials, offering valuable insights into the complex relationships and power dynamics that shaped the region's history. The book also provides a vivid description of the natural environment, including observations on the flora, fauna, and geography of the area. Smethurst's narrative is not only a captivating adventure story but also a significant historical document that sheds light on a pivotal chapter in the history of the region. 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 9781334215865_0
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