Description: Barkerville Quesnel & the Cariboo Gold Rush by Gordon R. Elliott Gold was the element that turned British Columbias interior plateau from an unknown wilderness into a region of thriving settlements and frenetic activity. As news of its discovery fi ltered to the outside world, adventurers, opportunists and suppliers from around the globe converged on the regions new towns or built even newer ones close to their claims. Van Winkle, Swamp River, Antler and many more settlements sprang up, only to fade quickly when the glitter ran out. But two towns were vital enough to survive: Quesnel, at the confl uence of the Quesnel and Fraser rivers; and Barkerville, where many of the richest strikes were made. Th is is their story, and the story of one of the most romantic episodes in western Canadian history - the Cariboo Gold Rush. Gordon Elliott fi rst wrote this classic account of the Cariboos early history almost fi fty years ago. Revised and reissued in 1978, it is off ered here once again, this time with a new forward by Blanca Schorcht. Elliott was one of the fi rst staff hired by Simon Fraser University when it opened in 1965. Nearly 40 years later, he continues to serve as Professor Emeritus of English at SFU. Elliott has spent many years combining his interest in history with considerable writing, research and editing skills, providing assistance and furthering the study of British Columbia history, with works including Klondike Cattle Drive and British Columbia: A Centennial Anthology. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Details ISBN1412094879 Author Gordon R. Elliott Pages 222 Publisher Trafford Publishing Year 2006 ISBN-10 1412094879 ISBN-13 9781412094870 Format Paperback Publication Date 2006-09-10 Imprint Trafford Publishing Language English DEWEY 971.1/75 UK Release Date 2006-09-10 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:128471304;
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ISBN-13: 9781412094870
Book Title: Barkerville Quesnel & the Cariboo Gold Rush
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
Publication Year: 2006
Subject: History
Item Height: 216 mm
Number of Pages: 222 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Barkerville Quesnel & the Cariboo Gold Rush
Item Weight: 263 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Gordon R Elliott
Item Width: 140 mm
Format: Paperback
