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Queen Charlotte Islands: A Narrative Of Discovery And Adventure In The North Pacific

Queen Charlotte Islands: A Narrative Of Discovery And Adventure In The North Pacific

Poole, Francis
Lyndon, John W.

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ISBN10: 1432697641
ISBN13: 9781432697648
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 25 2007
Pages: 372
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.83 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Queen Charlotte Islands: A Narrative of Discovery and Adventure in the North Pacific is a book written by Francis Poole that tells the story of his journey to the Queen Charlotte Islands, an archipelago located off the coast of British Columbia, Canada. The book is a first-hand account of Poole's experiences exploring the islands and discovering their unique natural beauty and cultural heritage. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Poole's journey. He begins by describing his initial arrival on the islands and his encounters with the local Indigenous people, who he describes as being friendly and welcoming. He then goes on to explore the islands' diverse ecosystems, including their forests, beaches, and mountains, and the many species of plants and animals that inhabit them. Throughout the book, Poole also shares stories of his encounters with various wildlife, such as bears, wolves, and whales, and his experiences fishing and hunting on the islands. He also provides insights into the history and culture of the Indigenous people who have lived on the islands for thousands of years, including their traditions, art, and spiritual beliefs. Overall, Queen Charlotte Islands: A Narrative of Discovery and Adventure in the North Pacific is a fascinating and informative book that offers readers a unique glimpse into the natural beauty and cultural richness of one of Canada's most remote and unspoiled regions.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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