02297cam a22003133u 4500 36249 UtSlPG 20260610133828.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 14019626 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1001 Burpee, Lawrence J. (Lawrence Johnstone), 1873-1946 Among the Canadian Alps Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-05-29 Produced by Christian Boissonnas and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Among the Canadian Alps" by Lawrence J. Burpee is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a detailed exploration and appreciation of the Canadian Rockies, focusing on their natural beauty, the allure of mountain climbing, and the history of exploration in the region. The narrative captures the romantic spirit associated with mountain scenery and highlights the transformation from a perilous wilderness to a well-visited national park system. The opening of the book sets the tone by describing the mesmerizing charm of the Canadian Alps, evoking a sense of awe at their majestic presence. Burpee reflects on the irresistible call of the mountains, chronicling the early exploration efforts of figures like Chevalier de Niverville and Alexander Mackenzie, who bravely navigated the daunting terrain in search of discovery. As he discusses the profound impact the mountains have on those who gaze upon them, the author introduces the rich history of the region intertwined with personal reflections and vivid imagery, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of the Canadian Rockies. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Canadian Rockies (B.C. and Alta.) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36249 77089 77089