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100	1		_aBishop, Nathaniel H. _q(Nathaniel Holmes), _d1837-1902
245	1	0	_aVoyage of the Paper Canoe : _bA Geographical Journey of 2500 Miles, from Quebec to the Gulf of Mexico, During the Years 1874-5
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1997
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 1997-10-01
520			_a"Voyage of the Paper Canoe" by Nathaniel H. Bishop is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century, specifically in 1878. The book documents the author's adventurous journey in a paper canoe from Quebec to the Gulf of Mexico, a distance of approximately 2,500 miles, highlighting the unique experience of paddling through various waterways while interacting with diverse landscapes and communities. At the start of the narrative, Bishop introduces the premise of his journey, outlining his initial departure from Quebec in a wooden canoe with an assistant. Shortly into the voyage, he transitions to a lighter, innovative paper canoe that he had learned about while stopping in Troy, New York. The opening chapters describe the challenges he faced during the early stages of the expedition, including navigating the unpredictable tides and currents of the St. Lawrence and Richelieu rivers, as well as the hospitality he received from the southern communities. Bishop's detailed observations about the geography, historical context, and local cultures set the stage for an exploration that promises adventure, personal reflection, and an appreciation of nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aBishop, Nathaniel H. (Nathaniel Holmes), 1837-1902 -- Travel -- United States
653			_aCanoes and canoeing -- United States -- History -- 19th century
653			_aAtlantic Coast (U.S.) -- Description and travel
653			_aUnited States -- Description and travel
653			_aBishop, Nathaniel H. (Nathaniel Holmes), 1837-1902 -- Travel -- Canada, Eastern
653			_aWaterways -- United States -- History -- 19th century
653			_aWaterways -- Canada, Eastern -- History -- 19th century
653			_aCanoes and canoeing -- Canada, Eastern -- History -- 19th century
653			_aAtlantic Coast (Canada) -- Description and travel
653			_aCanada, Eastern -- Description and travel
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1082
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