Timeless tales about wilderness living. Eric Collier's riveting recollections about the 26 years that he, his wife Lillian and son Veasy spent homesteading in the isolated Chilcotin wilderness made for an international bestseller and one of the most famous books ever written about British Columbia. In the early 1930s, Collier and his family moved to Meldrum Creek, where the couple built their own log house and learned to live off the land. Fulfilling a promise to Lillian's grandmother to bring the beavers back to the area she knew as a child before the White man came, Collier was instrumental in the species' survival. Collier's timeless tales about roughing it in the bush and the resourcefulness inspired by this lifestyle's challenges will engage readers young and old.

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"Alan Fry was just twelve years old when he became a cowboy on the Fry Homestead. It was the summer of 1943 and most of the work force was at war. The adults who stayed behind were left with the hard labour, and it was mainly the children who had to gather the harvest. This fast-paced, true story describes the joys and hardship of small-scale ranching in the Cariboo country of central British Columbia during the 1940s. Alan tells the stories of driving cattle, hunting bear, working in the fields and the barns, and reminiscences of the colourful characters that make up his lively world."--Back cover.

British Columbia is regularly described in superlatives both positive and negative - most spectacular scenery, strangest politics, greatest environmental sensitivity, richest Aboriginal cultures, most aggressive resource exploitation, closest ties to Asia. Jean Barman's The West beyond the West presents the history of the province in all its diversity and apparent contradictions. This critically acclaimed work is the premiere book on British Columbian history, with a narrative beginning at the point of contact between Native peoples and Europeans and continuing into the twenty-first century. Barman tells the story by focusing not only on the history made by leaders in government but also on the roles of women, immigrants, and Aboriginal peoples in the development of the province. She incorporates new perspectives and expands discussions on important topics such as the province's relationship to Canada as a nation, its involvement in the two world wars, the perspectives of non-mainstream British Columbians, and its participation in recreation and sports including Olympics. First published in 1991 and revised in 1996, this third edition of The West beyond the West has been supplemented by statistical tables incorporating the 2001 census, two more extensive illustration sections portraying British Columbia's history in images, and other new material bringing the book up to date. Barman's deft scholarship is readily apparent and the book demands to be on the shelf of anyone with an interest in British Columbian or Canadian history.

Joseph A. Altsheler's 'The Shades of the Wilderness' is a compelling historical novel that transports readers to the heart of the American Civil War. Through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, Altsheler captures the intensity of the battle between North and South, immersing readers in the harsh realities faced by soldiers on both sides. The novel's literary style combines rich character development with detailed historical accuracy, providing a well-rounded picture of this tumultuous period in American history. Altsheler's meticulous attention to detail and expert research shine through on every page, making 'The Shades of the Wilderness' a must-read for fans of historical fiction. Joseph A. Altsheler, known for his extensive knowledge of American history and his ability to bring the past to life through his writing, drew inspiration for 'The Shades of the Wilderness' from his own passion for the Civil War era. His dedication to crafting authentic narratives sets him apart as a master storyteller in the genre of historical fiction. I highly recommend 'The Shades of the Wilderness' to readers who are fascinated by the Civil War period and enjoy immersive, well-researched historical fiction. Altsheler's engaging prose and insightful portrayal of this pivotal moment in American history make this novel a rewarding and educational read for anyone interested in the human experience during wartime.