This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 59003948
Title: Pelts and palisades: The story of fur and the rivalry for pelts in early America
Original Publication: United States: The Deitz Press, Incorporated,1959.
Note: Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Steve Mattern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary: "Pelts and Palisades: The Story of Fur and the Rivalry for Pelts in Early America" by Nathaniel C. Hale is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. This work delves into the pivotal role of the fur trade in shaping the early American economy and colonial dynamics, highlighting the interplay between European settlers and Native Americans over valuable pelts. The narrative spans from early exploration to territorial disputes influenced by fur trading activities, reflecting on how commerce dictated colonial policies and relationships. At the start of "Pelts and Palisades," the author introduces the historical context of fur trading, tracing its significance back to prehistoric times and outlining its evolution throughout the ages. Hale introduces us to various key figures and cultures involved in the fur trade, illustrating how the demand for beaver pelts led to deep rivalries among European powers, as well as complex interactions with Native American tribes. The opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of specific case histories and their broader implications on North American colonization, culminating in the intricate web of alliances, conflicts, and commerce that defined early American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hale, Nathaniel C. (Nathaniel Claiborne), 1903-1948
Illustrator: Jones, Elmo, -1971
EBook No.: 68540
Published: Jul 17, 2022
Downloads: 89
Language: English
Subject: United States -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Subject: Fur trade -- United States
Subject: Fur trade -- Canada
LoCC: History: America: Colonial History (1607-1775)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 59003948
Title: Pelts and palisades: The story of fur and the rivalry for pelts in early America
Original Publication: United States: The Deitz Press, Incorporated,1959.
Note: Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Steve Mattern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary: "Pelts and Palisades: The Story of Fur and the Rivalry for Pelts in Early America" by Nathaniel C. Hale is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. This work delves into the pivotal role of the fur trade in shaping the early American economy and colonial dynamics, highlighting the interplay between European settlers and Native Americans over valuable pelts. The narrative spans from early exploration to territorial disputes influenced by fur trading activities, reflecting on how commerce dictated colonial policies and relationships. At the start of "Pelts and Palisades," the author introduces the historical context of fur trading, tracing its significance back to prehistoric times and outlining its evolution throughout the ages. Hale introduces us to various key figures and cultures involved in the fur trade, illustrating how the demand for beaver pelts led to deep rivalries among European powers, as well as complex interactions with Native American tribes. The opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of specific case histories and their broader implications on North American colonization, culminating in the intricate web of alliances, conflicts, and commerce that defined early American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hale, Nathaniel C. (Nathaniel Claiborne), 1903-1948
Illustrator: Jones, Elmo, -1971
EBook No.: 68540
Published: Jul 17, 2022
Downloads: 89
Language: English
Subject: United States -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Subject: Fur trade -- United States
Subject: Fur trade -- Canada
LoCC: History: America: Colonial History (1607-1775)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.