Reminiscences Of A Canadian Pioneer For The Last Fifty Years

Reminiscences Of A Canadian Pioneer For The Last Fifty Years: An Autobiography (1884) is a memoir written by Samuel Thompson, a Canadian pioneer who lived through the early years of Canada's settlement and development. The book covers Thompson's life from his birth in 1809 to the year of publication, and provides a detailed account of his experiences as a farmer, trader, and explorer.Thompson's memoir is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a man who lived through some of the most significant events in Canadian history. He describes his childhood in rural Ontario, his experiences as a young man working on the Erie Canal, and his eventual move to the Canadian wilderness, where he became a fur trader and explorer.Throughout the book, Thompson provides vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of Canada's wilderness, as well as the challenges and dangers that he and other pioneers faced. He also offers insights into the social and economic conditions of the time, including the impact of the fur trade on Indigenous communities, and the struggles of early settlers to establish themselves in a harsh and unforgiving environment.Overall, Reminiscences Of A Canadian Pioneer For The Last Fifty Years: An Autobiography (1884) is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on Canada's early years of settlement and development. Thompson's memoir is a testament to the resilience, courage, and determination of Canada's pioneers, and provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of Canadian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.