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100 1 _aLaut, Agnes C.,
_d1871-1936
245 1 4 _aThe Story of the Trapper
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-05-03
508 _aProduced by The Online Distributed Proofreaders at http://www.fadedpage.net
520 _a"The Story of the Trapper" by Agnes C. Laut is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the colorful and often tumultuous life of trappers in the American West, focusing on their role in the fur trade and exploration. Laut aims to present a vivid characterization of the trapper, a pivotal figure in shaping the frontier spirit and economy of North America. The opening of the book introduces readers to the ferocious, adventurous lifestyle of the American trapper, depicting them as both heroes and rogues navigating through the wild. It sets the tone for a narrative steeped in conflict, competition, and exploration, as different fur trading companies vie for control over the lucrative fur regions of North America. It discusses significant historical events, such as the consequences of the Louisiana Purchase and the roles of notable figures like Alexander MacKenzie and John Jacob Astor, painting a detailed picture of the harsh realities faced by trappers against the backdrop of burgeoning commerce and shifting American borders. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNorthwest, Canadian -- History
653 _aTrapping
653 _aFur trade -- North America
653 _aNorthwestern States -- History
700 1 _aHeming, Arthur,
_d1871-1940
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32236
999 _c73082
_d73082