Butler (W. F.) The Great Lone Land; an Account of the Red River Expedition, 1869-1870, and Subsequent Travels and Adventures in the Manitoba Country, and a Winter Journey across the Saskatchewan Valley to the Rocky Mountains. With Illustrations and Map. Fifth and Cheaper Edition. Crown 8vo. cloth extra. 7s. 6d. (The first 3 Editions were in 8vo. cloth. 16s.)
The Times says:—“He describes easily and forcibly. He has a sympathy with the beautiful as well as a sense of the ridiculous. But his prejudices and his egotism are merely the weaknesses of a frank, hearty nature, and we have a personal liking for him when we take leave of him at the end of his wanderings.”
“The tone of this book is altogether delightful and refreshing.”—Spectator.
“The impression left on the mind by his narrative is one of profound interest.”—Morning Post.
“This is one of the freshest and most interesting books of travel that we have had the pleasure of reading for some time past.”—Examiner.
“There is a delightful breeziness and vigour about Captain Butler’s style of writing.”—Leeds Mercury.
“His fascinating volume … not only exciting, but instructive reading.”—Pall Mall Gazette.
“Captain Butler writes with rare spirit.”—Nonconformist.
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