Stirring Scenes of Life in the Canadian North-west McDougall, John 1842-1917 creator Laughlin, J. E. text utu 2020 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "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.) Release date is 2020-03-23 Produced by Al Haines Original publication data not identified Northwest, Canadian -- Description and travel Frontier and pioneer life -- Northwest, Canadian McDougall, John, 1842-1917 F1001 Original publication data not identified 04033856 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61657 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61657 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134424.0 61657