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Title: Sternwheelers on the Upper Fraser
Description: British Columbia: CNCP, 2008. First Edition. Paperback. ISBN: 0921087411. "The sternwheeler era was a fascinating period in the history of Central British Columbia. From 1863 to 1921, there were twelve sternwheelers that plied the waters of the Upper Fraser River at varying times. This book addresses aspects of social history relevant to sternwheeler construction and operation on the Upper Fraser. Social contexts in the realm of resource exploitation, railway development, and settlement are highlighted. Specific references are made to individuals engaged in sternwheeler transport as owners, operators, or simply as innocent travelers." - back cover. 115 pages. Index. Reference list. Black and white reproductions of archival photos. Clean, bright and unmarked with light wear. A nice copy. ; 4to. Very Good .

Keywords: 0921087411 Northern Navigation Co. . Charlotte John B. Daniel . Quesnel . Nechacco . Chilco . Fort .S. Chilcotin Nautical

Price: US$ 199.95 Seller: RareNonFiction.com - Rare Books and Vintage Magazines
- Book number: 633h2015