Excerpt from A Comprehensive Outline of the Geography and History of Nova Scotia: From the Discovery of America to the Reign of Queen Victoria I., Arranged in a Peculiar Manner Which Renders It Applicable Either as a Catechism or a Reading Book, for Schools and Private Instruction
Knowledge of Nova Scotia. While it was necessary to condense the narrative into a small compass, care has been taken to no tice every interesting fact, and to continue the history to the present year. Some apology is necessary for the Map, which does not include the adjacent Provinces, as proposed. The omission is made from causes which the author could not control. Immediately after the appearance of the advertisement, he was politely presented with a beautiful and correct draft, extending to Lake Erie, west - Philadelphia, south Labrador, north - and Newfoundland, east. This was forthwith put into the hands of the engraver, but the difficulties and delay attending the execution of it, induced him to abandon the object. The Map subjoined, however, contains the new Counties, and is otherwise sufficiently correct for all ordinas.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book meticulously chronicles Nova Scotia's rich history from its earliest inhabitants to the mid-18th century. The author delves into the diverse cast of historical figures who shaped the region, from Mi'kmaq leaders to French explorers and British military commanders. Central to the narrative is the intricate interplay between European powers and indigenous communities, highlighting the complex dynamics of colonization and resistance. The book sheds light on the themes of cultural exchange, political intrigue, and military conflict, providing a comprehensive understanding of this fascinating period in Canadian history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780260126542_0
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