Labrador - Winfrid Alden Stearns - Bog

""Labrador: A Sketch Of Its Peoples, Its Industries, And Its Natural History"" is a book written by Winfrid Alden Stearns in 1883. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Labrador region, including its people, industries, and natural history. The author delves into the history of the region, including the arrival of European explorers and the impact of the fur trade on the local population. He also explores the diverse cultures and traditions of the indigenous peoples of Labrador, including the Inuit and the Naskapi. In addition to the cultural and social aspects of Labrador, Stearns also covers the economic and industrial development of the region. He discusses the fishing industry, including the various species of fish found in the area and the methods used to catch them. He also examines the mining industry, including the extraction of iron, copper, and other minerals. Finally, ""Labrador: A Sketch Of Its Peoples, Its Industries, And Its Natural History"" provides a detailed look at the natural history of the region. The book covers the geology, flora, and fauna of Labrador, including the various species of birds, mammals, and fish that call the region home. Stearns also explores the impact of human activity on the environment, including the effects of hunting and fishing on local wildlife populations. Overall, ""Labrador: A Sketch Of Its Peoples, Its Industries, And Its Natural History"" is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed look at the history, culture, and natural environment of Labrador. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the region's rich and diverse history and ecology.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.