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GOLDEN ALASKA
INTRODUCTION.
ALASKA. - Districts, Capes and Points, Islands, Lakes, Mountains, Rivers, and Towns.
GOLDEN ALASKA. - ROUTES TO THE YUKON GOLD-FIELDS.
HISTORY AND CHARACTERISTICS OF THE UPPER YUKON VALLEY.
THE KLONDIKE.
THE METHODS OF PLACER MINING
LEGAL ASPECT OF ALASKA.
CLIMATE, AGRICULTURE AND HEALTH.
OUTFITS, SUPPLIES, ETC.
This compact volume offers a sweeping portrait of the Yukon Valley at the height of its gold‑rush fame. Drawing on the latest surveys, explorer reports, and government studies, it maps the region’s rugged mountains, winding rivers, and mineral‑rich veins, while tracing the early history that turned a remote wilderness into a magnet for prospectors. Readers also learn about the surrounding districts, climate, and the diverse resources that make the area more than just a fleeting fever.
The author goes beyond description, providing practical guidance for anyone daring to venture into the far‑north. Detailed routes, recommended supplies, and warnings about the weather and terrain help prospective travelers weigh the risks and rewards of a Yukon expedition. Whether drawn by the promise of gold, the lure of untouched landscapes, or sheer curiosity, listeners will gain a clear sense of what awaits in this still‑wild frontier.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (141K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2012-10-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1852–1946
A lively American naturalist and travel writer, he turned field experience into books that brought wildlife, exploration, and science within reach of ordinary readers. His work ranged from the Rocky Mountains and western surveys to popular nature writing and children's adventure stories.
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