Voyages from Montreal Through the Continent of North America to the Frozen and Pacific Oceans in 1789 and 1793. Vol. II

"Voyages from Montreal Through the Continent of North America to the Frozen and Pacific Oceans" by Alexander Mackenzie is a chronicle of daring expeditions across North America during the late 1700s, filled with both adventure and documentary. It recounts the explorer's quest to discover pathways to the Pacific Ocean during the height of the fur trade era. Beginning with descriptions of the difficult conditions faced by Mackenzie and his crew, including harsh weather and the essential task of creating shelter, the narrative quickly moves to documenting their encounters with various Indigenous peoples, their ways of life, and their involvement in the changing dynamic of the fur trade and the growing presence of outsiders. The accounts establish the context for a journey that promises peril, groundbreaking exploration, and a deep look at the cultures and environments the expedition faces, hinting at the upcoming challenges facing the travelers.