Labrador: Its Discovery, Exploration, And Development (1911)

Gosling, William Gilbert

ISBN 10: 1120392764 / ISBN 13: 9781120392763

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Labrador: Its Discovery, Exploration, And Development (1911)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1120392764
• ISBN 13: 9781120392763
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Labrador: Its Discovery, Exploration, and Development is a historical book written by William Gilbert Gosling in 1911. The book chronicles the discovery and exploration of Labrador, a region located in eastern Canada. It covers the early explorations by the Vikings and Basques, the arrival of European settlers, and the development of industries such as fishing and mining. Gosling provides a detailed account of the geography and climate of Labrador, as well as the flora and fauna that inhabit the region. He also discusses the culture and way of life of the indigenous Inuit people, as well as the impact of colonialism on their communities. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Labrador's history. Gosling includes maps, illustrations, and photographs to enhance the reader's understanding of the region. Overall, Labrador: Its Discovery, Exploration, and Development is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of the history and development of Labrador. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Canadian history, exploration, and geography.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.