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Narrative of the Arctic Land Expedition.

To the Mouth of the Great Fish River, and Along the Shores of the Arctic Ocean, In the Years 1833, 1834, and 1835

by George Back ...

Series series Elibron Classics
Replica of 1836 edition by Baudry's European Library, Paris.  Elibron Classics.  With Illustrations.  Oversize maps are available as a free download.  Admiral Sir George Back FRS (6 November 1796 – 23 June 1878) was a British naval officer, explorer of the Canadian Arctic, naturalist and artist.  ... Read more

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Replica of 1836 edition by Baudry's European Library, Paris.  Elibron Classics.  With Illustrations.  Oversize maps are available as a free download.  Admiral Sir George Back FRS (6 November 1796 – 23 June 1878) was a British naval officer, explorer of the Canadian Arctic, naturalist and artist. 
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Bath Time (storey 27 of 40)

Coppermine, N.W.T. Canada

by Dawn Kostelnik ...

Series Book 27 - The White Girl
Black round rock faces escape from months of imprisonment below the ice and snow. Heat radiates back from the smooth rock “mountain” that provides the backdrop for the tiny village of Coppermine which is located on the shores of the Arctic Ocean. Small hands escape from mittens and crowd together on the warm dry surface of the rock, giggles escape from childish lips. Into winter weary palms the ... Read more

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Black round rock faces escape from months of imprisonment below the ice and snow. Heat radiates back from the smooth rock “mountain” that provides the backdrop for the tiny village of Coppermine which is located on the shores of the Arctic Ocean. Small hands escape from mittens and crowd together on the warm dry surface of the rock, giggles escape from childish lips. Into winter weary palms the
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Ice Ghosts

The Epic Hunt for the Lost Franklin Expedition

by Paul Watson ...

"Intriguing [and] enjoyable." —Ian McGuire, New York Times Book ReviewIce Ghosts weaves together the epic story of the lost Franklin Expedition of 1845—whose two ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, and their crew of 129 were lost to the Arctic ice—with the modern tale of the scientists, divers, and local Inuit behind the recent incredible discoveries of the wrecks. Paul Watson, a Pulitzer Prize ... Read more

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"Intriguing [and] enjoyable." —Ian McGuire, New York Times Book ReviewIce Ghosts weaves together the epic story of the lost Franklin Expedition of 1845—whose two ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, and their crew of 129 were lost to the Arctic ice—with the modern tale of the scientists, divers, and local Inuit behind the recent incredible discoveries of the wrecks. Paul Watson, a Pulitzer Prize
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Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Weird Canada

by Bathroom Readers' Institute ...

The Great White North is revealed as the Great Weird North in this entertaining tome from the best-selling Bathroom Reader series.Did you know that Canada was almost called Hochelaga? That’s just one of thousands of wacky facts awaiting readers in Uncle John’s quirky celebration of Earth’s second largest country. You’ll find page after page of bizarre history (like why the beaver was once ... Read more

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The Great White North is revealed as the Great Weird North in this entertaining tome from the best-selling Bathroom Reader series.Did you know that Canada was almost called Hochelaga? That’s just one of thousands of wacky facts awaiting readers in Uncle John’s quirky celebration of Earth’s second largest country. You’ll find page after page of bizarre history (like why the beaver was once
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The North West Passage Exploration Anthology

The Personal Accounts of the Explorers of the North-West Passage

by Roald Amundsen, Richard Hakluyt, Robert McClure ...

Series series Bybliotech Discovery
“The Northwest Passage Exploration Anthology”, features the first-hand personal accounts of explorers: Roald Amundsen, Robert McClure, John Rae, John Franklin, Thomas Simpson, Peter Warren Dease, William Edward Parry and Richard Hakluyt. This book charts the full history of the exploration of the legendary “Northwest Passage” – the sea-lane around the frozen Northern shore of the North American ... Read more

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“The Northwest Passage Exploration Anthology”, features the first-hand personal accounts of explorers: Roald Amundsen, Robert McClure, John Rae, John Franklin, Thomas Simpson, Peter Warren Dease, William Edward Parry and Richard Hakluyt. This book charts the full history of the exploration of the legendary “Northwest Passage” – the sea-lane around the frozen Northern shore of the North American
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The Men of the Last Frontier

by Grey Owl ...

Series Book 20 - Voyageur Classics
In 1931 Grey Owl published his first book, The Men of the Last Frontier, a work that is part memoir, part history of the vanishing wilderness in Canada, and part compendium of animal and First Nations tales and lore. A passionate, compelling appeal for the protection and preservation of the natural environment pervades Grey Owls words and makes his literary debut still ring with great relevance in ... Read more

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In 1931 Grey Owl published his first book, The Men of the Last Frontier, a work that is part memoir, part history of the vanishing wilderness in Canada, and part compendium of animal and First Nations tales and lore. A passionate, compelling appeal for the protection and preservation of the natural environment pervades Grey Owls words and makes his literary debut still ring with great relevance in
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More Trails, More Tales

Exploring Canada's Travel Heritage

by Bob Henderson ...

An entertaining book of trivia, anecdotes, and observations about heritage travel in Canada.Inspired by and drawing on Canadian exploration, Bob Henderson’s newest book, More Trails, More Tales, strikes a balance with travel literature, history, geography, anthropology, literature, and philosophy. It will delight outdoor enthusiasts, serious naturalists, educators, and armchair travellers alike. ... Read more

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An entertaining book of trivia, anecdotes, and observations about heritage travel in Canada.Inspired by and drawing on Canadian exploration, Bob Henderson’s newest book, More Trails, More Tales, strikes a balance with travel literature, history, geography, anthropology, literature, and philosophy. It will delight outdoor enthusiasts, serious naturalists, educators, and armchair travellers alike.
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The Gift

Fort Norman, N.W.T., Canada

by Dawn Kostelnik ...

Series series The White Girl
**THIS STOREY IS RATED PG NR (PERSONAL GUIDANCE, NORTHERN REALITY) THIS IS ABOUT KILLING FOR FOOD**Winter is a long drawn out affair in the Arctic. The men stick gamble and play cards, they laugh at each other and drink thick, black, sweet tea well into the deep dark of the night. Everyone hopes that old man winter leaves before the firewood runs out. Dogs are used to haul wood and there is no ... Read more

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**THIS STOREY IS RATED PG NR (PERSONAL GUIDANCE, NORTHERN REALITY) THIS IS ABOUT KILLING FOR FOOD**Winter is a long drawn out affair in the Arctic. The men stick gamble and play cards, they laugh at each other and drink thick, black, sweet tea well into the deep dark of the night. Everyone hopes that old man winter leaves before the firewood runs out. Dogs are used to haul wood and there is no
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Nastawgan

The Canadian North by Canoe & Snowshoe

Edited by Bruce W. Hodgins, Margaret Hobbs ...

A rich history of Canadian wilderness travel, "an utterly compelling collection," said The Globe and Mail, and "a gem -- it absolutely sparkles," according to Canadian Geographic. Declared by the Canadian Historical Association to be the best book published of its year on the regional history of Canada's North.With essays by William C. James, C.E.S. Franks, George Luste, Margaret Hobbs, John ... Read more

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A rich history of Canadian wilderness travel, "an utterly compelling collection," said The Globe and Mail, and "a gem -- it absolutely sparkles," according to Canadian Geographic. Declared by the Canadian Historical Association to be the best book published of its year on the regional history of Canada's North.With essays by William C. James, C.E.S. Franks, George Luste, Margaret Hobbs, John
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We'll Be Home for Christmas (storey 21 of 40)

Fort Good Hope, N.W.T., Canada

by Dawn Kostelnik ...

Series Book 21 - The White Girl
We are going to see Nan and Grandpa for Christmas! We are flying outside, I can hardly believe it! I have not seen my grandparents for three years. These are my paternal grandparents they live in Lethbridge Alberta, Canada; we live in Fort Good Hope N.W.T., also in Canada. It is 1,500 miles to travel to Lethbridge for the holidays. Our trip will take us from Good Hope by Otter (plane) to ... Read more

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We are going to see Nan and Grandpa for Christmas! We are flying outside, I can hardly believe it! I have not seen my grandparents for three years. These are my paternal grandparents they live in Lethbridge Alberta, Canada; we live in Fort Good Hope N.W.T., also in Canada. It is 1,500 miles to travel to Lethbridge for the holidays. Our trip will take us from Good Hope by Otter (plane) to
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On Sable Island in the 1860's

by Charles Halleck ...

Sable Island is today an environmentally fragile, protected island. During the 19th century it was a true hazard to navigation. Over time there have been more than 300 shipwrecks on the island, and during the 19th century was home to a band of men dedicated to lifesaving. This is the story of a visit to the island in the mid nineteenth century. ... Read more

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Sable Island is today an environmentally fragile, protected island. During the 19th century it was a true hazard to navigation. Over time there have been more than 300 shipwrecks on the island, and during the 19th century was home to a band of men dedicated to lifesaving. This is the story of a visit to the island in the mid nineteenth century.
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Legend of Yamoria (storey 7 of 40)

Fort Norman, N.W.T., Canada

by Dawn Kostelnik ...

Series Book 7 - The White Girl
From the village of Fort Norman on the McKenzie River we are taking the junction at the Bear River on our quest to reach Fort Franklin on Great Bear Lake. It is about 100 miles (it’s the old days) by canoe to Franklin. This little hamlet is part of my father’s jurisdiction as Indian Agent. He has to visit Fort Franklin every few months. We are going to bring the church organ from Fort Franklin ... Read more

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From the village of Fort Norman on the McKenzie River we are taking the junction at the Bear River on our quest to reach Fort Franklin on Great Bear Lake. It is about 100 miles (it’s the old days) by canoe to Franklin. This little hamlet is part of my father’s jurisdiction as Indian Agent. He has to visit Fort Franklin every few months. We are going to bring the church organ from Fort Franklin
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