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The Log Of A Timber Cruiser

The Log Of A Timber Cruiser

Lawson, William Pinkney

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 116353157X
ISBN13: 9781163531570
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 226
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Log of a Timber Cruiser is a memoir written by William Pinkney Lawson. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences as a timber cruiser in the Pacific Northwest during the late 19th century. As a timber cruiser, Lawson's job was to survey and assess the value of timber in the region, which involved traveling through rugged terrain and often dangerous conditions.The book is divided into chapters that chronicle Lawson's adventures in different locations throughout the Pacific Northwest, including Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia. The author describes the challenges he faced, such as navigating through dense forests, crossing treacherous rivers, and dealing with hostile wildlife. He also provides insights into the daily life of a timber cruiser, including the equipment and tools they used, the food they ate, and the relationships they formed with each other.Throughout the book, Lawson shares his observations on the natural environment and the impact of logging on the region. He also provides glimpses into the social and cultural norms of the time, including interactions with Native American tribes and the role of women in the logging industry.Overall, The Log of a Timber Cruiser is a fascinating and informative account of life as a timber cruiser in the late 19th century. The book provides a valuable perspective on the history of the Pacific Northwest and the impact of logging on the region's natural resources.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.

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