A Narrative of Travel, Exploration, Amateur Photography, Hunting, and Fishing Shields, G. O. (George O.) 1846-1925 creator text utu 2011 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Cruisings in the Cascades" by G. O. Shields is a narrative of travel and exploration written in the late 19th century. The book captures the author's adventures in the Cascade Mountain range, blending themes of amateur photography, hunting, fishing, and the culture of life among the cowboys. It aims to entice readers with the beauty of nature and the thrill of outdoor pursuits, making it especially appealing to those interested in nature and adventure travel. The opening of the book presents an enthusiastic account of mountain climbing, emphasizing its physical and mental benefits. Shields reflects on the grandeur of the Cascade Mountains, comparing them favorably to the Rockies and outlining his personal experiences of exploration, photography, and adventure. He sets the scene for his journey, mentioning key locations and lofty peaks that offer breathtaking scenery and opportunities for outdoor activities. His writing style is inviting, encouraging readers to appreciate the natural world and the invigorating experiences that come with exploring it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2011-07-07 Produced by Greg Bergquist, Matthew Wheaton 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.) Original publication data not identified Hunting -- United States Fishing -- United States SK Original publication data not identified 12021248 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36654 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36654 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133833.0 36654