Newfoundland Colonisation Hand Book: Containing a General Account of the Agricultural Mineral Lands, the Property of the Newfoundland Colonisation and Mining Company, Ltd., With an Appendix (Classic R - Hardcover

William Wingfield-Bonnyn

9780265815991: Newfoundland Colonisation Hand Book: Containing a General Account of the Agricultural Mineral Lands, the Property of the Newfoundland Colonisation and Mining Company, Ltd., With an Appendix (Classic R

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ISBN 10: 0265815991 ISBN 13: 9780265815991

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Discover a window into Newfoundland’s untapped promise and the people who mapped its future.

This nonfiction work compiles notes on soil, climate, and the minerals that shaped the island’s early development. It examines agricultural potential, fishing communities, and the push for railways that could unlock vast lands for farming and industry. With a mix of analysis and contemporary observations, the text invites readers to consider how land, resource wealth, and infrastructure could transform a fishing-driven society into a broader economy.

Across its pages, you’ll encounter practical assessments of soil quality, discussions of mineral resources like coal, copper, and lead, and the idea of small-holding farming as a path to prosperity. The material covers the role of government support, the value of roads and rail links, and the vision for a diversified economy beyond the sea. It also reflects on the social and economic implications of colonization and emigration, offering a historical lens on development strategies that were debated at the time.
What you’ll experience

An overview of Newfoundland’s geography, climate, and natural resources as seen through a 19th-century lens.
Analyses of agriculture, mining prospects, and how infrastructure could drive growth.
Perspectives on population, settlement patterns, and the role of small holdings in economic resilience.
Discussions of industry challenges and opportunities, including the importance of coordinated capital and management.

Ideal for readers of Newfoundland history, economic development, and historical mining and agriculture studies.

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