William Francis Butler

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The Great Lone Land

A Narrative of Travel and Adventure in the North-West of America

Beschreibung

An Irish officer in the British army, William Francis Butler (1838-1910) travelled widely during a career which took him from India to Africa. In 1867 he made for Canada with his regiment, and he recalls his adventures in this lively account, first published in 1872 to immediate success, and followed by this second edition in the same year. The book covers Butler's risky reconnaissance mission during the Red River Rebellion, during which he met the Métis leader Louis Riel. Later chapters describe subsequent journeys into the sparsely populated Manitoba and Saskatchewan territories, as well as the US states of Illinois, Minnesota and North Dakota. In vivid detail, Butler describes the landscapes and peoples he encountered, including many Native American tribes. This region of North America was later transformed by an influx of settlers, and Butler's work captures the final days of what was then an underexplored wilderness.

Autor

William Francis Sir Butler, a distinguished figure in the realms of literature and military history, holds a significant place among the authors of the Victorian era. Although not widely recognized today, his work 'The Great Lone Land'-a spellbinding account of his experiences in North America-stands as a testament to his adventuresome spirit and literary prowess. A connoisseur of the travel narrative genre, Butler demonstrates his adeptness in painting vivid landscapes with words, seamlessly blending the raw beauty of the untamed wilderness with the nuanced complexity of colonial encounters. Born in the 19th century, Butler's career was not confined solely to his penmanship; he also served with distinction in the British military, an experience that undoubtedly enriched the authenticity and depth of his writing. His travelogues are not only journeys through geographic expanses but also through the varied human condition, reflecting his keen observation and contemplative insight. Butler's work provides a historical snapshot and cultural commentary on the times he lived in, capturing the essence of exploration and the British imperial zeitgeist. As a document of historical significance, 'The Great Lone Land' continues to be of interest to scholars studying the period's exploration literature as well as to readers seeking to immerse themselves in the experience of a bygone era.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Cambridge University Press
• Seitenzahl: 420
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. Februar 2014
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 25mm
• Gewicht: 590g
• ISBN-13: 9781108071024
• ISBN-10: 1108071023
• Artikelnr.: 40547792