Anticosti: Notes on the Resources and Capabilities of the Island of Anticosti (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book explores the potential of Anticosti Island, located in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, to overcome its reputation as a desolate and dangerous place. Published in the mid-19th century, the book echoes a recurring theme in colonial literature: the urge to tame and exploit the seemingly barren wilderness for economic and social progress. The author, writing in a time when British North America was undergoing rapid expansion, argues forcefully that Anticosti is anything but barren. He challenges the long-held belief that the island is a treacherous navigational hazard, citing statistics that demonstrate other locations along the St. Lawrence River and Gulf pose a greater risk. He then unveils the island's true potential: fertile soil, rich natural meadows, and an abundance of resources that can be harnessed for commercial gain. The author's detailed analysis of the island's geography, climate, and resources paints a picture of an island teeming with possibilities, especially in the areas of fishing, hunting, and agriculture. He envisions a future where Anticosti can flourish as a bustling center of commerce and industry, attracting settlers and contributing to the growing prosperity of British North America. The book's passionate defense of Anticosti Island offers a fascinating glimpse into the era's fervent belief in progress and the transformative power of human ingenuity.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the potential of Anticosti Island, located in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, to overcome its reputation as a desolate and dangerous place. Published in the mid-19th century, the book echoes a recurring theme in colonial literature: the urge to tame and exploit the seemingly barren wilderness for economic and social progress. The author, writing in a time when British North America was undergoing rapid expansion, argues forcefully that Anticosti is anything but barren. He challenges the long-held belief that the island is a treacherous navigational hazard, citing statistics that demonstrate other locations along the St. Lawrence River and Gulf pose a greater risk. He then unveils the island's true potential: fertile soil, rich natural meadows, and an abundance of resources that can be harnessed for commercial gain. The author's detailed analysis of the island's geography, climate, and resources paints a picture of an island teeming with possibilities, especially in the areas of fishing, hunting, and agriculture. He envisions a future where Anticosti can flourish as a bustling center of commerce and industry, attracting settlers and contributing to the growing prosperity of British North America. The book's passionate defense of Anticosti Island offers a fascinating glimpse into the era's fervent belief in progress and the transformative power of human ingenuity. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781527711365_0
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