02286cam a22003493u 4500 61657 UtSlPG 20260610134424.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04033856 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1001 McDougall, John, 1842-1917 Pathfinding on Plain and Prairie : Stirring Scenes of Life in the Canadian North-west Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-03-23 Produced by Al Haines "Pathfinding on Plain and Prairie" by John McDougall is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative recounts McDougall's experiences as a missionary in the Canadian Northwest, exploring the lives of Indigenous peoples and the challenges they faced during this period of change. Through vivid descriptions and compelling anecdotes, the author highlights themes of resilience, culture, and community amid the harsh realities of frontier life. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for McDougall’s engaging tales, beginning in the cold depths of winter in January 1865. It describes the daily lives of the Indigenous inhabitants he encountered, detailing the demanding responsibilities of women in their communities and the perseverance required of men during hunting expeditions. The narrative captures both the beauty of the natural landscape and the struggles faced by the people, including their interactions with the author and the broader context of colonization. McDougall's reflections offer a glimpse into the complexities of cultural exchange and adaptation during this historical moment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Northwest, Canadian -- Description and travel Frontier and pioneer life -- Northwest, Canadian McDougall, John, 1842-1917 Laughlin, J. E. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61657 102481 102481