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Synopsis
The Fur Trade of America by Agnes C. Laut is a comprehensive historical account of the fur trade industry in America. The book covers the period from the early days of the trade in the 1600s to its decline in the mid-1800s. It provides a detailed analysis of the economic, social, and cultural impact of the fur trade on the American continent.The author explores the various aspects of the fur trade, including the role of Native American tribes, the involvement of European powers, and the impact on the environment. She also delves into the lives of the fur traders themselves, describing their daily routines, the dangers they faced, and the profits they made.The Fur Trade of America is a well-researched and engaging book that sheds light on an important aspect of American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the fur trade or the early days of American commerce.1921. Partial Contents: Is the World Facing a Permanent Shortage of Furs?; What Brought the Fur Markets of the World to America?; Things Every Woman Should Know; The Dyeing and Dressing of Furs; The Rare Furs of the Weasel Family; Beaver and Nutria; Concerning Seal Furs; The Other Great Staple Furs; The Taking of the Beaver; The Making of the Moccasins; John Colter, Free Trapper; Koot and the Bob-Cat; The Rare Furs; Under the North Star-Where Fox and Ermine Run; and What the Trapper Stands for.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.