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by S. Hall Young (Author), John a. Marquis (Introduction by)
Hall Young of Alaska: The Mushing Parson is a biography written by S. Hall Young that tells the story of Hall Young, a Methodist missionary who traveled to Alaska in the late 1800s to spread Christianity to the native people. The book details Hall Young's experiences living in the harsh Alaskan wilderness, where he learned to mush (drive sled dogs), hunt, and survive in extreme conditions. The book also explores Hall Young's relationships with the Alaskan natives, whom he grew to love and respect, and his efforts to bridge the cultural divide between them and the white settlers. Hall Young's dedication to his mission is evident throughout the book, as he faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including harsh weather, illness, and even hostility from some members of the community. The book is based on Hall Young's own journals and letters, as well as interviews with his family and friends, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a pioneering missionary in one of the most remote and challenging regions of the world. Overall, Hall Young of Alaska: The Mushing Parson is a compelling and inspiring story of faith, perseverance, and the power of human connection.1927. The autobiographical tales of an American missionary, naturalist and explorer in the territory of Alaska. Contents: Old Butler; Whence?; The Best of Parents; Childhood; Education; Northwestward Ho!; Up Against It; The Queer People; Beginnings; Blunders; The Gathering Cloud; The Storm; Victory; Superstition Dies Hard; Tearing Down and Building Up; Great Events; Organization; A Voyage of Enchantment; A Great Discovery; The Northern Tribes; Catastrophe and Compensation; The Hydas; A Busy Year; Real Progress; The Fire; Civil Government; The Worst Savages; Native Mythology; Last Years at Fort Wrangell; Good-Bye, Wrangell; The Great Stampede; The Survival of the Fittest; Religion in the Klondike; King Winter Fruition The Nome Rush; Progress Amid Confusion; The Fairbanks Stampede; Friendly Alaska and Lonely New York; The Homecoming; and L'Envoi.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.
