On Snowshoes To The Barren Grounds

On Snowshoes To The Barren Grounds is a book written by Caspar Whitney and published in 1896. The book tells the story of Whitney’s journey through the Canadian wilderness in search of musk-oxen and wood-bison. The journey covers a distance of 2,800 miles and is completed entirely on snowshoes. Whitney’s expedition begins in the winter of 1894 and takes him through the rugged terrain of northern Canada. Along the way, he encounters various challenges such as harsh weather conditions, dangerous wildlife, and difficult terrain. Despite these obstacles, Whitney perseveres and eventually succeeds in his quest to hunt the elusive musk-oxen and wood-bison.The book is written in a descriptive and engaging style, with Whitney providing vivid accounts of his experiences on the journey. He also includes detailed descriptions of the wildlife and landscapes he encounters, as well as insights into the culture and customs of the indigenous people he meets along the way.Overall, On Snowshoes To The Barren Grounds is a fascinating account of a remarkable journey through the Canadian wilderness. It is a must-read for anyone interested in adventure, exploration, and the natural world.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.