Berton, Pierre

Klondike: The Last Great Gold Rush, 1896-1899

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ISBN 13:: 9780385658447
author:: Berton, Pierre
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Anchor Canada
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2001
Pages:: 496
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.3 x 3.9 centimetres (0
Genre:: History, America, Canada,
Condition:: New
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£15.29

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The Klondike: A Riveting Account of the Last Great Gold Rush In the late 19th century, the North West was undergoing a transformation, with the building of the railroad and the settlement of the plains opening up new opportunities. The Klondike stampede, which took place from 1896 to 1899, was a wild and dramatic episode in the story of western development, marked by tales of hardship, heroism, and villainy. Pierre Berton's account of this period is a riveting and authentic history, revealing the spectacle of the Chilkoot Pass and the terrors of lesser-known trails through the wilderness. The book contrasts the lawless frontier life on the American side of the border with the relative safety of Dawson City, introducing a cast of characters including Soapy Smith, Swiftwater Bill Gates, and Roddy Connors. A gripping and engaging read, this book offers a unique insight into the Canadian frontier and is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of the region.

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