Travels And Adventures In Canada And The Indian Territories - Alexander Henry - Bog

Travels and Adventures in Canada and the Indian Territories: Between the Years 1760 and 1776 is a historical travelogue written by Alexander Henry and published in 1901. The book provides a detailed account of Henry's experiences during his travels in Canada and the Indian Territories between the years 1760 and 1776. Henry was a fur trader who spent most of his life in the wilderness of North America. He was born in New Jersey in 1739 and moved to Canada in 1760 to work for the Hudson's Bay Company. Over the next 16 years, he traveled extensively throughout Canada and the Indian Territories, trading with Native Americans and exploring the wilderness.In his book, Henry describes his encounters with various Native American tribes, including the Ojibwa, Cree, and Sioux. He also provides a detailed account of the fur trade, including the methods used to trap and hunt animals, as well as the economic and cultural significance of the trade.Throughout the book, Henry's writing is vivid and engaging, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into life in the wilderness during the 18th century. He also offers insights into the politics and social dynamics of the time, including the tensions between the British and French empires, as well as the conflicts between different Native American tribes.Overall, Travels and Adventures in Canada and the Indian Territories: Between the Years 1760 and 1776 is a valuable historical document that offers readers a unique perspective on life in North America during the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.