The Fur Traders and Fur Bearing Animals (1914)

The Fur Traders and Fur Bearing Animals is a historical book written by Marcus Petersen in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive account of the fur trade in North America during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author describes the different types of animals that were hunted for their fur, including beavers, otters, minks, and foxes. He also explores the different methods used by fur traders to trap and hunt these animals.The book covers the history of the fur trade from its early beginnings, including the role of Indigenous peoples in the trade, to the height of the industry in the 1800s. Petersen delves into the economic, social, and political factors that influenced the fur trade, including the impact of European colonization on Indigenous peoples and their traditional hunting practices. The author also provides a detailed account of the different fur trading companies that emerged during this period, including the Hudson's Bay Company and the North West Company.Overall, The Fur Traders and Fur Bearing Animals is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the fur trade in North America. It provides a detailed and engaging account of this important industry, shedding light on the complex relationships between Indigenous peoples, fur traders, and the animals that were hunted for their fur.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.