By Canoe Aand Dog-Ttrain Among the Cree and Salteaux Indians

"By Canoe and Dog-Train Among the Cree and Salteaux Indians" is a compelling firsthand account of missionary life and wilderness travel in the Canadian North during the late nineteenth century. Written by Egerton Ryerson Young, the narrative follows his arduous journeys across vast territories to reach remote Indigenous communities. The book provides a detailed look at the challenges of travel in a rugged landscape, highlighting the necessity of the canoe in summer and the dog-train in winter.

Beyond the physical hardships of the frontier, Young offers vivid descriptions of the customs, daily lives, and spiritual traditions of the Cree and Saulteaux peoples he encountered. The work serves as both an adventurous travelogue and a historical record of the interactions between European missionaries and Indigenous cultures. Readers will find striking anecdotes of survival, deep winter treks, and the cultural exchange that defined this era of North American history. This narrative remains a significant resource for those interested in the history of Christian missions, Indigenous studies, and the pioneering spirit of the Canadian frontier.

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