Voyages from Montreal Through the Continent of North America (Vol. 1&2) (eBook)

Enriched edition. Journey to the Arctic Ocean and the Pacific in 1789 and 1793

Alexander Mackenzie (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
351 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654779067-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "Voyages from Montreal Through the Continent of North America (Vol. 1&2)," Alexander Mackenzie presents an enthralling account of his explorations and voyages across the largely uncharted terrain of North America at the turn of the 19th century. His meticulous narrative blends travelogue with natural history and ethnography, capturing not only the landscapes and waterways traversed but also the cultures and peoples encountered along the way. Mackenzie's literary style is characterized by vivid descriptions and an adventurous spirit, contextualizing his journeys against the backdrop of the era's burgeoning exploration and imperial ambitions, thus offering a unique perspective on the early encounters between European explorers and Indigenous communities. Born in Scotland in 1764, Mackenzie was influenced by the Age of Enlightenment, which emphasized knowledge and empirical observation. Migrating to Canada in his youth, he became a fur trader, which provided him a practical entry into the rugged wilderness and patience to understand and document the complexities of North America's geography and its inhabitants. Mackenzie's experiences, along with his keen observations, compelled him to document his voyages and serve as a bridge between different worlds. "Voyages from Montreal Through the Continent of North America" is an essential read for anyone interested in early American history, exploration, and cultural encounters. Mackenzie's insights provide not only historical significance but also timeless themes of adventure and discovery, making it a valuable resource for both scholars and adventurous readers alike.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 26.12.2023
• Einführung: Jared Covington
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Jared Covington
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseberichte ► Nord- / Mittelamerika
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer ► Afrika
• Schlagworte: adventure travel writing • Arctic Dreams • Arctic journey • a walk in the woods • british explorers • Canadian Exploration • Canadian exploration narratives • Canadian History • canadian wilderness • Colonial period exploration • cultural encounters narratives • Dispatches from Pluto • early 19th century expeditions • early Canadian explorers • expedition journal narrative • Exploration expeditions • Exploration literature • frontier exploration • fur trade expeditions • geographical observations insights • historical adventure • historical travel accounts • indigenous cultures encounters • Indigenous Encounters • Into the wild • isaac's storm • life on Earth • North American Exploration • North American travelogues • Northern exploration • Pacific Ocean discovery • rugged wilderness descriptions • Scottish explorer • the lost continent • The Puma Years • The Wild Side of Alaska • The Worst Journey in the World • Transcontinental crossing • wilderness survival challenges