02309cam a22003373u 4500 61658 UtSlPG 20260610134424.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1001 McDougall, John, 1842-1917 Forest, Lake and Prairie : Twenty Years of Frontier Life in Western Canada—1842-62 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 "Forest, Lake and Prairie" by John McDougall is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative chronicles the author's experiences as a pioneer in Western Canada during the 19th century, particularly focusing on his childhood and the challenges faced by his family as they settled in the frontier regions. It reflects on the interactions with Indigenous peoples, the natural environment, and the evolving society of the time. The opening of the book introduces McDougall's origins as a child of pioneers living near Owen Sound in Ontario. He paints a vivid picture of his early life surrounded by nature, learning from Indigenous peoples, and experiencing both joy and tragedy, including the loss of siblings. As he recounts memories of his early adventures, relationships with family, and encounters with local Indigenous tribes, readers gain insight into the harsh realities and charming moments of frontier life in the mid-19th century. The foundation of McDougall's narrative is built on his formative years, which set the stage for a deeper exploration of his life in missionary work and encounters with various communities that shaped his identity. (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/61658 102482 102482