9781527741263 - Report on the Peace River Region (Classic Reprint) de Macoun, James Melville (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book details the author's journey through the Peace River region of Canada in 1903. At the time, the region was sparsely populated and little was known about the area's agricultural potential. The author set out to examine the soil, climate, and vegetation of the region to determine its suitability for farming. The author's findings are based on extensive observations and interviews with local settlers and indigenous communities. The book provides a detailed account of the region's physical geography, including descriptions of the rivers, lakes, forests, and prairies. It also discusses the climate, with a particular focus on the length of the growing season and the frequency of frosts. The author concludes that, while the Peace River region has a number of drawbacks, it also has great potential for agriculture. The soil is fertile, the climate is generally mild, and there is an abundance of water. However, the short growing season and the risk of frost are significant challenges that must be overcome. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of agriculture in Canada or the settlement of the Peace River region. It provides a detailed and nuanced account of the region's physical and human geography, and it offers insights into the challenges and opportunities that faced early settlers. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.