A GREAT TRADITION II ENTER THE MOUNTED POLICE III MOBILIZING IV THE AMAZING MARCH V BUSINESS IN THE LAND OF INDIANS VI HANDLING AMERICAN INDIANS VII THE IRON HORSES VIII RIEL AGAIN IX RECONSTRUCTION X CHANGING SCENERY XI IN THE GOLD COUNTRY XII STIRRING DAYS ABROAD AND AT HOME XIII MODESTY AND EFFECTIVENESS XIV ON LAND AND SEA XV GLORY AND TRAGEDY IN THE NORTH XVI STRIKING INCIDENTS XVII THE GREAT WAR PERIOD 281 XVIII GREAT TRADITIONS UPHELD

R.G. MacBeth's "The Romance of the Canadian Pacific Railway" is a richly woven narrative that captures the epic journey of one of Canada's most significant infrastructural achievements. The book employs a lyrical and evocative style, merging historical facts with poetic descriptions that celebrate both the grandeur of the landscape and the trials faced during the railway's construction. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Canada, MacBeth explores the relationship between nature, indus...

"Policing the Plains" by R. G. MacBeth offers a compelling exploration of law enforcement in the Canadian West during the late 19th century. The book delves into the challenges faced by the North-West Mounted Police as they established order in a vast and often lawless territory. MacBeth, drawing from his own experiences, provides vivid accounts of the struggles against crime, the harsh realities of frontier life, and the cultural dynamics between settlers and Indigenous peoples. His narra...

First published in 1921. "A few years ago I was away north of Edmonton on the trail of Alexander Mackenzie, fur trader and explorer, who a century and a quarter before had made the amazing journey from the prairies over the mountains to the Pacific Coast. We looked with something like awe and wonder at the site of the old fort near the famous Peace River Crossing, from which, after wintering there in 1792, he had started out on that unprecedented expedition, and we followed up the majestic...

"The Romance of the Canadian Pacific Railway" by R. G. MacBeth is a captivating exploration of one of Canada's most iconic transportation systems. The book delves into the historical significance of the railway, highlighting its role in connecting vast landscapes and fostering economic growth. MacBeth's vivid descriptions bring to life the breathtaking scenery encountered along the route, from majestic mountains to serene lakes. The narrative intertwines personal stories and broader histor...

In 'The Romance of the Canadian Pacific Railway,' R. G. MacBeth masterfully weaves a rich narrative that captures the transformative journey of the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) from its conception to its completion. Through a blend of historical documentation, vivid imagery, and poetic prose, MacBeth transports readers to an era marked by ambition, innovation, and the profound impact of railway expansion on Canadian society. His literary style balances the meticulousness of an historian ...

Creighton takes us through the first years of the famous police force in Northwest Canada. This short piece is richly illustrated with sketches by Frederic Remington.

In this clazzic peice, Manton Marble takes us on a trip through the Red River Valley in the mid nineteenth century. For Manton, this is a pleasure trip, and he shows us the joy of the country and the people of the valley as he accompanies a group of prospectors on the way to Frazer River in search of gold. Included are the sketches from the original serialization and a short background piece, "The People of the Red River."

Based on the experiences of an ammunition driver in the Canadian Artillery, this book will give the reader a quick understanding of Canadas involvement in World War One. Follow Driver Hesler as he moves up to the line and back during the battles of the Somme, Vimy Ridge, Lens, Passchendaele and the Allied advance during the last hundred days of the war. At each step, the author zooms out to the bigger picture, to capture the folly and the tragedy of the war itselfa war which would have las...

It was the summer of ’43 on a Cariboo ranch. He was 12 and had to become a man. If you were a man, you could become a cowboy. Join the author on this nostalgic look back on the joys, frustrations and observations of growing up and discovering where he belongs.Excerpt from Eldon Lee's foreword: “This book by Alan Fry is probably the best book ever written on ranch life in the Cariboo. His account of everyday events is so perceptive and so true to the mark that all we country types y...

The latest addition to TouchWood Editions’ Classics West Collection, Klondike Cattle Drive is the colourful tale of a formidable trek undertaken by legendary Cariboo rancher Norman Lee.In 1898, Lee set out to drive 200 head of cattle from his home in the Chilcotin area of B.C. to the Klondike goldfields—a distance of 1,500 miles. He was gambling both his cattle and his life. This is his story, derived from the journal he kept, his letters and the loyal men who accompanied ...

Despite being neighbouring provinces with long ranching histories, British Columbia and Alberta saw their ranching techniques develop quite differently. As most ranching styles were based on one of the two dominant styles in use south of the border, BC ranchers tended to adopt the California style whereas Alberta took its lead from Texas. But the different practices actually go back much further. Cattle cultures in southwestern Spain, sub-Saharan Africa and the British highlands all shaped...