Bøger af Joseph Kinsey Howard

Strange Empire: A Narrative Of The Northwest is a historical book written by Joseph Kinsey Howard. It tells the story of the American Northwest during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book covers the period of time when the region was still largely unsettled and the people who lived there were struggling to establish their own identity and way of life. The author uses a narrative style to tell the story, weaving together the experiences of various individuals and communities to create a vivid and engaging portrait of life in the Northwest. He explores the challenges faced by the indigenous peoples of the region, as well as the struggles of the pioneers who came to settle the land. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the impact of the railroad on the region, the rise of mining towns, and the conflicts between settlers and Native Americans. It also delves into the lives of notable figures from the era, such as Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce tribe and the infamous outlaw Harry Tracy. Overall, Strange Empire: A Narrative Of The Northwest is a fascinating and informative look at a pivotal period in American history. It offers a unique perspective on the American West and the people who helped shape it.This is a new release of the original 1952 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Descendants of fur traders and Indians, the Métis mounted insurrections against the Canadian government in 1869-70 and 1885 led by the messianic Louis Riel.With passion and verve, Joseph Kinsey Howard, author of the bestselling Montana: High, Wide, and Handsome, narrates the tragic story of Riel, the Métis people, and their struggle for a homeland on the plains of the US-Canada border.

Montana is a ruggedly diverse and strikingly beautiful state, a land that takes hold and won't let go. This title describes the idiosyncratic personalities, restless landscape, unforgettable peoples, and history of the Treasure State.