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The Klondike Gold Rush: A Captivating Guide to the Major Migration of Gold Miners to Yukon and Its Impact on the History of Canada and the United States of America
Did you know that the Klondike Gold Rush was the biggest and fastest movement of people in North American history?
From 1897 to 1898, over 100,000 men and women walked, rode, paddled, and sailed thousands of miles to the Klondike River area of the Canadian Yukon in search of gold.
Out of those 100,000 people, only about a quarter ever made it to the goldfields, and those who did mostly went home empty-handed. But for a very lucky, hard-working, and fortunate few, the goldfields of the Yukon meant fame and fortune beyond their wildest dreams.
In this book by Captivating History, you will discover the truth about the famous Klondike Stampede.
Here’s just a small “nugget” of what you’ll Klondike River area of the Yukon was the richest gold find in history to that date.The first “strike” was made entirely by accident.The first man to discover gold in the Klondike was a First Nations man named Skookum Jim, but his white brother-in-law filed the first claim because it was felt that a native claim would not be honored.The Gold Rush began with a tale told in a bar.Thousands of cheechakos or “tenderfeet” with no experience in the woods made their way to the Yukon.Men were required to take one thousand pounds of gear into Canada, which meant hiking back and forth in stages, literally covering thousands of miles on what normally would have been a seven-hundred plus mile journey.Thousands of horses and dogs were employed, and thousands were maltreated and killed due to men’s greedHundreds of women joined the rush, most of whom ended up in less than savory occupations.Many of the First Nations people worked as packers and guides for the newcomers, earning more money than most miners ever found.And much, much more!
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From 1897 to 1898, over 100,000 men and women walked, rode, paddled, and sailed thousands of miles to the Klondike River area of the Canadian Yukon in search of gold.
Out of those 100,000 people, only about a quarter ever made it to the goldfields, and those who did mostly went home empty-handed. But for a very lucky, hard-working, and fortunate few, the goldfields of the Yukon meant fame and fortune beyond their wildest dreams.
In this book by Captivating History, you will discover the truth about the famous Klondike Stampede.
Here’s just a small “nugget” of what you’ll Klondike River area of the Yukon was the richest gold find in history to that date.The first “strike” was made entirely by accident.The first man to discover gold in the Klondike was a First Nations man named Skookum Jim, but his white brother-in-law filed the first claim because it was felt that a native claim would not be honored.The Gold Rush began with a tale told in a bar.Thousands of cheechakos or “tenderfeet” with no experience in the woods made their way to the Yukon.Men were required to take one thousand pounds of gear into Canada, which meant hiking back and forth in stages, literally covering thousands of miles on what normally would have been a seven-hundred plus mile journey.Thousands of horses and dogs were employed, and thousands were maltreated and killed due to men’s greedHundreds of women joined the rush, most of whom ended up in less than savory occupations.Many of the First Nations people worked as packers and guides for the newcomers, earning more money than most miners ever found.And much, much more!
Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to learn more about the Klondike Gold Rush!
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55 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 21, 2022
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August 16, 2022
Overall, this book had some interesting information. However, the first chapter was absolutely brutal to read. It makes no sense. Chapter 1 repeats itself and is so choppy it's incredibly hard to read, let alone follow and/or understand. I almost quit reading it halfway through this chapter.
Chapter 2 glows much better than the it's predecessor. It still had some vague and unclear areas.
Chapters 3 and 4 were much better. They flowed well and were easy to follow and understand.
Overall, there was quite a bit of irrelevant information that just bogged down the reading and flow. There were also some inconsistencies throughout the book that a bit more thorough editing probably would have caught.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Chapter 2 glows much better than the it's predecessor. It still had some vague and unclear areas.
Chapters 3 and 4 were much better. They flowed well and were easy to follow and understand.
Overall, there was quite a bit of irrelevant information that just bogged down the reading and flow. There were also some inconsistencies throughout the book that a bit more thorough editing probably would have caught.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 24, 2022
This short report on the Gold Rush turned out great.
An informative and exciting book that I couldn't put down for a moment, it was so well written. This is typical of the Captivating History editions.
As I read, it was as if I had been a part of the events. Before, I did not think that those who tried their luck had to go through difficulties of this magnitude.
I found the maps and photos especially useful and valuable, which made the book even more colorful and understandable.
If anyone is interested in what the Gold Rush was, this is a great short description of that period and the events.
An informative and exciting book that I couldn't put down for a moment, it was so well written. This is typical of the Captivating History editions.
As I read, it was as if I had been a part of the events. Before, I did not think that those who tried their luck had to go through difficulties of this magnitude.
I found the maps and photos especially useful and valuable, which made the book even more colorful and understandable.
If anyone is interested in what the Gold Rush was, this is a great short description of that period and the events.
July 31, 2022
First, I like calling Native Americans by the Canadian term First Nations. It is respectful and immediately notifies readers of who were first on the land. Second, this is a trim little book with lots of information. The photos and maps added so much to the discussion at hand. Amazingly, the Klondike Stampede only lasted two years; however, it created one of the fastest migrations in North American history.
Although short, this book was so entertaining that I read it in one sitting -- and wanted more. Fortunately, I've already read some of the materials listed for further study. This is a great story.
Although short, this book was so entertaining that I read it in one sitting -- and wanted more. Fortunately, I've already read some of the materials listed for further study. This is a great story.
August 7, 2022
A fun little information packet on the Klondike Gold Rush. I went in knowing nothing at all about the topic, and was fascinated the whole time - especially about the women and animals of the rush. They've also added references for further reading on each of the themes discussed, so I'll definitely be checking them out as well. Captivating History is definitely an appropriate name for this company, every book of theirs I read leaves me enthralled and wanting to do my own research into the subject!
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