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A series of letters descriptive of Prince Edward Island in the Gulph of St
A series of letters descriptive of Prince Edward Island in the Gulph of St
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A series of letters descriptive of Prince Edward Island in the Gulph of St

Date1822
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A series of letters descriptive of Prince Edward Island in the Gulph of St. Laurence, addressed to the Rev. John Wightman...the author of these letters went out for the express purpose of surveying Prince Edward Island and collecting information on the subject of emigration; during two summers and one winter, he was assiduously engaged in the prosecution of this object and the small volume now presented to the public will be found to contain a full and particular account of the climate, soil, natural productions and mode of husbandry adopted in the Island, together with sketches of scenery, manners of the inhabitants, &c., &c., the whole being intended for the guidance of future emigrants, particularly as to what implements and necessaries it may be proper to provide themselves with bef. Bound (1) with his Travels in Prince Edward Island.
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Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)
Call Number / Accession Number37131055410872D
Dewey Number917.17 J57 BR
Country:Canada
Province or state:Prince Edward Island