The Province Of The Pacific

By Louis Childs Sanford

Book Overview

""The Province of the Pacific"" is a historical book written by Louis Childs Sanford. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, including the states of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. The author discusses the history of the region, including its early exploration and settlement by Europeans, as well as the interactions between Native American tribes and the newcomers. Sanford also delves into the economic, political, and social developments that have shaped the region over time, including the rise of the timber and fishing industries, the growth of cities like Seattle and Portland, and the impact of immigration and labor movements. The book also explores the region's natural beauty and environmental challenges, such as the impact of logging and mining on the landscape. Overall, ""The Province of the Pacific"" is a comprehensive and informative look at the history and culture of the Pacific Northwest, offering readers a deeper understanding of this unique and fascinating region of the United States.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163826383
• ISBN13: 9781163826386
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"