Publisher's Synopsis
""Sketch of the Northwest of America"" is a book written by Alexandre Antonin Tache in 1870. It provides a detailed account of the geography, history, and culture of the northwestern region of America. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the region. The first chapter describes the physical features of the area, including its mountains, rivers, and forests. The second chapter focuses on the indigenous peoples who lived in the region before the arrival of Europeans. Tache provides a detailed account of their customs, beliefs, and way of life. The third chapter covers the early explorers who ventured into the region, including the French and British fur traders. The fourth chapter discusses the establishment of settlements and the development of trade in the region. Tache also includes information on the flora and fauna of the area, as well as a brief overview of the region's climate. Overall, ""Sketch of the Northwest of America"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and geography of this fascinating region.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.