The Log Of A Timber Cruiser

von William Pinkney Lawson

228 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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""The Log of a Timber Cruiser"" is a memoir written by William Pinkney Lawson, detailing his experiences as a timber cruiser in the late 19th century. The book takes readers on a journey through the rugged wilderness of the Pacific Northwest as Lawson and his team explore the forests, marking trees for logging and assessing the value of the timber.The memoir provides a vivid portrayal of the challenges and dangers faced by timber cruisers, including treacherous terrain, harsh weather conditions, and encounters with wild animals. Lawson also offers insights into the logging industry of the time, describing the equipment and techniques used to harvest the timber and the impact of logging on the environment.Throughout the book, Lawson shares colorful stories of his adventures in the wilderness, from encounters with grizzly bears to narrow escapes from dangerous rapids. He also reflects on the camaraderie and teamwork that developed among his crew as they worked together to navigate the rugged terrain.Overall, ""The Log of a Timber Cruiser"" is a fascinating and engaging memoir that offers a unique glimpse into the world of timber cruising in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the logging industry or the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.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.

• Themen: Geowissenschaften, Geographie, Umwelt, Planung Umwelt Angewandte Ökologie
• ISBN: 9781432553203
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.04.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC