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Labrador: Its Discovery, Exploration, and Development (1911)
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Labrador: Its Discovery, Exploration, and Development (1911)

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Labrador: Its Discovery, Exploration, and Development is a historical book written by William Gilbert Gosling in 1911. The book is a comprehensive account of the discovery, exploration, and development of Labrador, a large and sparsely populated region in eastern Canada. The author provides a detailed history of the region, from the arrival of the first European explorers to the early 20th century.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the geography, geology, flora, and fauna of Labrador, as well as the culture and customs of the indigenous people who have inhabited the region for thousands of years. The author also discusses the various expeditions that were undertaken to explore the region, including those led by John Cabot, Jacques Cartier, and Samuel de Champlain.In addition, the book provides a detailed account of the development of Labrador, including the establishment of trading posts, the growth of the fishing industry, and the construction of railways and other infrastructure. The author also discusses the challenges faced by the region, including harsh weather conditions, isolation, and economic difficulties.Overall, Labrador: Its Discovery, Exploration, and Development is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive history of one of Canada's most unique and remote regions. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, geography, and culture of Labrador.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Date
1 October 2009
Pages
658
ISBN
9781120309648

Labrador: Its Discovery, Exploration, and Development is a historical book written by William Gilbert Gosling in 1911. The book is a comprehensive account of the discovery, exploration, and development of Labrador, a large and sparsely populated region in eastern Canada. The author provides a detailed history of the region, from the arrival of the first European explorers to the early 20th century.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the geography, geology, flora, and fauna of Labrador, as well as the culture and customs of the indigenous people who have inhabited the region for thousands of years. The author also discusses the various expeditions that were undertaken to explore the region, including those led by John Cabot, Jacques Cartier, and Samuel de Champlain.In addition, the book provides a detailed account of the development of Labrador, including the establishment of trading posts, the growth of the fishing industry, and the construction of railways and other infrastructure. The author also discusses the challenges faced by the region, including harsh weather conditions, isolation, and economic difficulties.Overall, Labrador: Its Discovery, Exploration, and Development is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive history of one of Canada's most unique and remote regions. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, geography, and culture of Labrador.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Date
1 October 2009
Pages
658
ISBN
9781120309648