Frontier Chronicles - John McDougall Ultimate Collection

Dive into the heart of early Canadian homesteading and pioneer life with Reverend John McDougall, a renowned pioneer and missionary. The collection unfolds a captivating narrative of his experiences on the untamed frontiers of Western Canada. Spanning the 1840s to the 1870s, it brings together McDougall's celebrated memoirs, biographies, and insightful lectures on Canadian rural societies. The journey begins with 'Forest, Lake and Prairie,' an intimate account of McDougall's two decades immersed in the challenges and triumphs of frontier life in Western Canada. 'Saddle, Sled and Snowshoe' delves into the pioneering spirit that characterized the Saskatchewan in the tumultuous 1860s, while 'Pathfinding on Plain and Prairie' offers stirring scenes of life in the Canadian Northwest. Experience the turbulence of 'In the Days of the Red River Rebellion,' as McDougall narrates life and adventure in the far west of Canada during the years 1868 to 1872. 'On Western Trails in the Early Seventies' unfolds the continuing saga of frontier pioneer life in the Canadian Northwest, providing a glimpse into the resilience of early settlers. Delve into the legendary tale of 'Wa-pee Moos-tooch' or 'White Buffalo,' The Hero of a Hundred Battles, offering a mesmerizing portrait of life in Canada's Great West during the early years of the last century. McDougall's lectures on 'Rural Life in Canada' provide insightful reflections on the opportunities and challenges of Canadian rural society. The collection culminates in 'George Millward McDougall,' a poignant biography honoring the pioneer, patriot, and missionary-John McDougall's father. 'Frontier Chronicles' stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of early Canadian pioneers and the enduring legacy of those who shaped the landscape of Western Canada.

John McDougall (1842-1917) was a missionary, civil servant and published author in Alberta, Canada. McDougall was born in Sydenham, Upper Canada, but they moved west to the boreal forest trading post of Norway House in 1860. He followed in his father's footsteps and did missionary work in the western Prairies. McDougall worked for multiple governments on First Nations issues over the years and worked with Native leaders to lobby governments to improve conditions for their people, such as travelling with Little Bear to Ottawa.