The Thompson Country (Classic Reprint)

Mark S. Wade

ISBN 10: 1332312888 / ISBN 13: 9781332312887

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. Journey to the heart of British Columbia's history in this captivating book. From the earliest indigenous settlements to the arrival of the white fur traders, this book traces the rich tapestry of the region's past. The author takes readers on a thrilling journey, exploring the exploits of explorers like Alexander Mackenzie and the establishment of trading posts by the North West Company and Hudson's Bay Company. Through vivid accounts of figures like Simon Fraser and David Thompson, the book highlights the impact of the fur trade on the region. It delves into the intriguing relationship between the indigenous peoples and the newcomers, shedding light on cultural exchange, conflicts, and the tragic consequences of the smallpox epidemic. Ultimately, this book illuminates the profound changes that shaped the history of British Columbia, leaving a lasting impact on its people and landscape. 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.

Seller Inventory # 9781332312887_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Thompson Country (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332312888
• ISBN 13: 9781332312887
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Modern History of Canada

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Excerpt from The Thompson CountryAbout the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.