Through the Mackenzie Basin
A Narrative of the Athabasca and Peace River Treaty Expedition of 1899By Charles Mair
Length4h 50m
About this audiobook
In "Through the Mackenzie Basin," Charles Mair crafts a vivid and immersive narrative that delves into the rich tapestry of the Canadian North. The book is a blend of personal memoir, travel literature, and ethnographic observation, capturing the stark beauty of the Mackenzie Valley and its Indigenous cultures. Mair's literary style is marked by lyrical prose and keen observation, reflecting an acute awareness of the natural landscape and the interconnectedness of people and place during the late 19th century, a period characterized by colonial exploration and the transformative impacts of expansionism. Charles Mair was a prominent Canadian writer and poet, whose life experiences as a soldier and explorer in the North fueled his literary endeavors. His intimate acquaintance with the rugged terrain and its diverse inhabitants imbued his writing with authenticity and depth. Mair's passion for the Canadian wilderness and his advocacy for Indigenous rights are evident throughout the text, making it not only a journey through a geographical landscape but also an exploration of cultural identity and resilience. For those interested in the intersection of nature, culture, and history, "Through the Mackenzie Basin" is an essential read. It invites readers to reflect on the complexities of the Canadian identity and the enduring legacy of its landscapes, offering a profound connection to a world that remains as enchanting as it is elusive.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length4 hrs 50 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1From Edmonton To Lesser Slave Lake
2Chapter II
3Lesser Slave River And Lesser Slave Lake
4Chapter III
5Treaty At Lesser Slave Lake
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6Chapter IV
7The Half-Breed Scrip Commission
8Chapter V
9Resources Of Lesser Slave Lake Region
10Chapter VI
11On The Trail To Peace River
12Chapter VII
13Down The Peace River
14Chapter VIII
15Fort Chipewyan To Fort McMurray
16Chapter IX
17The Athabasca River Region
18Chapter X
19The Trip To Wahpoośkow
20Conclusion
21Former Treaties.
22From Edmonton To Lesser Slave Lake.
23Chapter II
24Lesser Slave River And Lesser Slave Lake.
25Chapter III
26Treaty At Lesser Slave Lake.
27Chapter IV
28The Half-Breed Scrip Commission.
29Chapter V
30Resources Of Lesser Slave Lake Region.
31Chapter VI
32On The Trail To Peace River.
33Chapter VII
34Down The Peace River.
35Chapter VIII
36Fort Chipewyan To Fort McMurray.
37Chapter IX
38The Athabasca River Region.
39Chapter X
40The Trip To Wahpoośkow.
41Conclusion.
42MR. COTÉ'S POEM.
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