Ocean To Ocean: Sandford Fleming's Expedition Through Canada In 1872 - Paperback

""Ocean to Ocean: Sandford Fleming's Expedition Through Canada in 1872"" is a historical account of the famous Canadian engineer and surveyor, Sandford Fleming's journey across Canada in 1872. The book is written by George Monro Grant, a Canadian author and theologian who accompanied Fleming on his expedition. The book describes the challenges and adventures faced by Fleming and his team as they travelled from the Atlantic to the Pacific coast, surveying the land and laying the groundwork for the Canadian Pacific Railway. The journey took them through rugged terrain, treacherous waters, and encounters with Indigenous peoples, all of which are vividly described in the book. Grant's writing provides a detailed look at the geography, flora, and fauna of Canada in the 19th century, as well as the social and political climate of the time. The book also includes illustrations and maps that offer a visual representation of the expedition's progress. Overall, ""Ocean to Ocean: Sandford Fleming's Expedition Through Canada in 1872"" is a fascinating account of a pivotal moment in Canadian history, and a must-read for anyone interested in the country's past.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.