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Download or read book Lord Selkirk written by J.M. Bumsted and published by Univ. of Manitoba Press. This book was released on 2008-11-01 with total page 517 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thomas Douglas, the Fifth Earl of Selkirk (1770–1820), was a complex man of his times, whose passions left an indelible mark on Canadian history. A product of the Scottish Enlightenment and witness to the French Revolution, he dedicated his fortune and energy to the vision of a new colony at the centre of North America. His final legacy, the Red River Settlement, led to the eventual end of the dominance of the fur trade and began the demographic and social transformation of western Canada. The product of three decades of research, this is the definitive biography of Lord Selkirk. Bumsted’s passionate prose and thoughtful analysis illuminate not only the man, but also the political and economic realities of the British empire at the turn of the nineteenth century. He analyzes Selkirk’s position within these realities, showing how his paternalistic attitudes informed his “social experiments” in colonization and translated into unpredictable, and often tragic, outcomes. Bumsted also provides extensive detail on the complexities of colonization, the Scottish Enlightenment, Scottish peerage, the fur trade, the Red River settlement, and early British-Canadian politics.
Book Synopsis The Life of Lord Selkirk by : George Bryce
Download or read book The Life of Lord Selkirk written by George Bryce and published by Musson Book Company. This book was released on 1912 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The life of lord Selkirk by : George Bryce
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Book Synopsis The Life of Lord Selkirk by : George Bryce
Download or read book The Life of Lord Selkirk written by George Bryce and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-13 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Life of Lord Selkirk: Coloniser of Western Canada Anyone who has read Sir Walter Scott's "Lady of the Lake" is impressed with the dignity and might of the Douglas, even in exile. But this Douglas was only one of a great family of brave and determined men. This was the family, with its branches and connections of Mar and Angus, from which Thomas Douglas, fifth Earl of Selkirk, sprang. Scottish History records the valour of a Douglas who in the thirteenth century joined the great patriot, Sir William Wallace, and paid for his devotion with his life. Everyone who has read the ballad of Chevy Chase will remember the hardihood of the grandson of this last-named Douglas and his comrades, who fought at Otterburn: "For Witherington then would I mourn As one in doleful dumps, For when his legs were smitten off, He fought upon his - stumps." "Few of my ancestors," cried this Douglas, as he was dying, "died in chambers." They fell in battle. In the fourteenth century there was a masterful Douglas - Sir James - who was a bosom friend of King Robert Bruce, and did wonderful deeds of valour at Bannockburn. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com 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.
Book Synopsis Lord Selkirk by : Professor of History J M Bumsted
Download or read book Lord Selkirk written by Professor of History J M Bumsted and published by . This book was released on 2014-05-10 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thomas Douglas, the Fifth Earl of Selkirk (17701820), was a complex man of his times, whose passions left an indelible mark on Canadian history. A product of the Scottish Enlightenment and witness to the French Revolution, he dedicated his fortune and energy to the vision of a new colony at the centre of North America. His final legacy, the Red River Settlement, led to the eventual end of the dominance of the fur trade and began the demographic and social transformation of western Canada. The product of three decades of research, this is the definitive biography of Lord Selkirk. Bumsteds passionate prose and thoughtful analysis illuminate not only the man, but also the political and economic realities of the British empire at the turn of the nineteenth century. He analyzes Selkirks position within these realities, showing how his paternalistic attitudes informed his social experiments in colonization and translated into unpredictable, and often tragic, outcomes. Bumsted also provides extensive detail on the complexities of colonization, the Scottish Enlightenment, Scottish peerage, the fur trade, the Red River settlement, and early British-Canadian politics.
Book Synopsis The Silver Chief by : Lucille H. Campey
Download or read book The Silver Chief written by Lucille H. Campey and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 2003-05-20 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Belfast, Prince Edward Island, founded in August 1803, owes its existence to Lord Selkirk. Its bicentennial is a timely reminder of Selkirk's work in Canada, which extended beyond Belfast to Baldoon (later Wallaceburg) in Ontario, as well as to Red River, the precursor to Winnipeg. Aptly named "The Silver Chief" by the five Indian chiefs with whom he negotiated a land treaty at Red River, the fifth Earl of Selkirk spent an immense fortune in helping Scottish Highlanders relocate themselves in Canada. Selkirk has been well observed through the eyes of the rich and powerful, but his settlers have been neglected. Why did they leave Scotland? Which districts did they come from? Why did they settle in Canada? Why did Selkirk help them? How successful were their settlements? What impact did they have on Canada’s early development? Did Selkirk realize his ambitions for Canada? In answering these questions, Lucille H. Campey presents a new and powerful case for re-assessing the achievements of Selkirk and his settlers. Using a wealth of documentary sources, she reconstructs the sequence of emigration from Scotland to the three areas of Canada where settlements were founded. She shows that emigration took place in a carefully planned and controlled way. She reveals the self-reliance, adaptability and steely determination of the Selkirk settlers in overcoming their many problems and obstacles. They brought their rich traditions of Scottish culture to Canada and, in doing so, helped to secure its distinctively Canadian future. Together, Selkirk and his settlers succeeded against overwhelming odds and altered the course of history.
Book Synopsis The Life of Lord Selkirk by : George Bryce
Download or read book The Life of Lord Selkirk written by George Bryce and published by Hardpress Publishing. This book was released on 2013-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.
Book Synopsis The Selkirk Settlers in Real Life by : Roderick George MacBeth
Download or read book The Selkirk Settlers in Real Life written by Roderick George MacBeth and published by W. Briggs ; Montreal : C.W. Coates ; Halifax, N.S. : S.F. Huestis. This book was released on 1897 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Lord Selkirk of Red River written by and published by . This book was released on 1963 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Life of Lord Selkirk, Coloniser of Western Canada - Primary Source Edition by : George Bryce
Download or read book The Life of Lord Selkirk, Coloniser of Western Canada - Primary Source Edition written by George Bryce and published by . This book was released on 2013-11 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Book Synopsis Lord Selkirk's Work in Canada by : Chester Martin
Download or read book Lord Selkirk's Work in Canada written by Chester Martin and published by Oxford : Clarendon Press. This book was released on 1916 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Romantic Settlement of Lord Selkirk's Colonists. The Pioneers of Manitoba by : George Bryce
Download or read book The Romantic Settlement of Lord Selkirk's Colonists. The Pioneers of Manitoba written by George Bryce and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-08-22 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Romantic Settlement of Lord Selkirk's Colonists. The Pioneers of Manitoba,' George Bryce delves into the history of the early settlers in Manitoba, focusing on their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. Through detailed accounts and vivid descriptions, Bryce captures the essence of the romanticized settlement period, shedding light on the struggles and resilience of these pioneers. His prose is elegant and engaging, providing readers with a sense of the time and place that shaped Manitoba's early history. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in Canadian pioneer history, offering a unique perspective on the hardships and adventures faced by the settlers in the region. George Bryce's meticulous research and captivating storytelling make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the roots of Manitoba's settlement and the individuals who paved the way for future generations.
Download or read book Fur Trade Wars written by J. M. Bumsted and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At its height, the HBC’s holdings covered almost a tenth of the world’s land surface, stretching from the Arctic Ocean across the Prairies and the Rocky Mountains to British Columbia and Oregon. When the upstart North West Company of Montreal challenged the HBC supremacy, however, an ongoing battle erupted which changed the course of Canadian history.University of Manitoba historian J. M. (Jack) Bumsted has written a colourful, in—depth account of this titanic struggle. Combining astute scholarship with an accessible writing style, Bumsted’s Fur Trade Wars brings to life the dramatic events and memorable characters that helped shape a nation.
Book Synopsis Lord Selkirk by : Ida Marion Davidson
Download or read book Lord Selkirk written by Ida Marion Davidson and published by . This book was released on 1932 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Lord Selkirk of Red River by : John Morgan 1907-1978 Gray
Download or read book Lord Selkirk of Red River written by John Morgan 1907-1978 Gray and published by Hassell Street Press. This book was released on 2021-09-10 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Unsettled written by Robert Lower and published by ECW Press. This book was released on 2023-06-06 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fascinating story of the Red River Settlement, now Winnipeg, in the years 1813 to 1816, told with archival journals, reports, and letters Unsettled tells the story of two hundred Highlanders who flee the Scottish Clearances in 1813 to establish a settlement on the Red River in what eventually became Winnipeg. They are sponsored by the Earl of Selkirk, a man who has never been west of Montreal. Families who have never left their Highland crofts take an epic journey over ocean, up wild rivers, and through boundless wilderness, surviving disease and brutal winter only to face the determined opposition of fur barons who want no sodbusters threatening their trade and are prepared to stop at nothing to destroy their dream. The “empty” land they’ve been promised is also anything but, already occupied by First Nations bands and the beginnings of that proud nation soon to be called Métis, whom they must befriend or fight. Unsettled takes you inside the experience, relying on journals, reports, and letters to bring these days of soaring hope, crushing despair, and heroic determination to life — to bring their present into ours.
Book Synopsis Dictionary of Manitoba Biography by : J.M. Bumsted
Download or read book Dictionary of Manitoba Biography written by J.M. Bumsted and published by Univ. of Manitoba Press. This book was released on 1999-12-10 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Manitoba has been at the crossroads of many of the important debates and events in Canadian history. From the early fur trade to the Riel Rebellion to the Winnipeg General Strike, Manitobans have frequently played crucial roles in Canadian and sometimes world history. Until now, there has been no comprehensive, contemporary source for information on the many Manitobans who have left their mark on history and society. Dictionary of Manitoba Biography fills this gap, with biographical sketches of over 1700 Manitobans who have made an impact in politics, the arts, sports, commerce, agriculture, and society. It is an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and general readers interested in Canadian history. Particular emphasis has been placed on reflecting Manitoba's ethnic and social diversity, and on including men and women who were notable in their own day but have now been forgotten. Many entries also refer the reader to additional references for further reading. More than a reference book, Dictionary of Manitoba Biography is also a fascinating work of history in its own right, which presents the full and colourful scope of over 300 years of people in Manitoba history and social life, from premiers and mayors to nightclub owners and sports heroes.
