Excerpt from A Journal of Voyages and Travels in the Interior of North America: Between the 47th and 58th Degrees of North Latitude, Extending From Montreal Nearly to the Pacific Ocean, a Distance of About 5000 Miles
Harmon was a Vermont lad, who entered the servrce of the Northwest Company m 1800, and was sent west For the next nlneteen years he dld not come east of Fort Wllham, not trll May, 1819, did he turn hls back on the west, and return to h1s native State, Where m the next year his Journals were edlted and pubhshed by the Rev Damel Haskel.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on an enthralling journey through the life of Vermont native Harmon, a fur trader who spent years exploring the vast and unforgiving North American wilderness in the early 19th century. As Harmon delves deep into the heart of Indigenous territory, he encounters a myriad of tribes and customs, providing invaluable insights into their ways of life, hunting practices, and spiritual beliefs. The author's detailed accounts of his interactions with the Cree, Assiniboine, and other Indigenous peoples offer a unique glimpse into a world on the cusp of dramatic change. Harmon's narrative not only documents the complexities of Indigenous cultures but also sheds light on the burgeoning fur trade's profound impact on both Indigenous communities and the wider geopolitical landscape. Through Harmon's eyes, readers witness firsthand the intricate interplay between Indigenous autonomy, European encroachment, and the relentless drive for economic gain. The book thus serves as a vital historical record, capturing a pivotal moment in North American history and offering a nuanced perspective on the often-overlooked Indigenous experience. Forgotten 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. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332926848_0
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