Birthright In Land (1891) - Ogilvie, William
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Birthright In Land is a book written by William Ogilvie and published in 1891. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences as a homesteader in the Canadian Northwest Territories during the late 19th century. Ogilvie was a Scottish immigrant who arrived in Canada in 1871 and eventually settled in the Yukon Territory, where he worked as a surveyor and land agent.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a historical overview of the settlement of the Canadian West, including the role of the Canadian government in promoting immigration and colonization. Ogilvie…mehr

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Birthright In Land is a book written by William Ogilvie and published in 1891. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences as a homesteader in the Canadian Northwest Territories during the late 19th century. Ogilvie was a Scottish immigrant who arrived in Canada in 1871 and eventually settled in the Yukon Territory, where he worked as a surveyor and land agent.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a historical overview of the settlement of the Canadian West, including the role of the Canadian government in promoting immigration and colonization. Ogilvie also discusses the challenges faced by homesteaders, including the harsh climate, isolation, and lack of infrastructure.The second part of the book is a personal narrative of Ogilvie's experiences as a homesteader. He describes his journey to the Yukon Territory, the process of selecting and clearing land, and the challenges of farming in a harsh environment. He also provides insights into the social and cultural life of the early settlers, including their relationships with Indigenous peoples.Overall, Birthright In Land is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of the settlement of the Canadian West. It offers insights into the challenges faced by early homesteaders and their contributions to the development of Canada.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.