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In Darkest Alaska: Travel And Empire Along The Inside Passage (Nature And Culture In America)
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Before Alaska Became A Mining Bonanza, It Was A Scenic Bonanza, A Place Larger In The American Imagination Than In Its Actual Borders. Prior To The Great Klondike Gold Rush Of 1897, Thousands Of Scenic Adventurers Journeyed Along The Inside Passage, The Nearly Thousandmile Sealane That Snakes Up The Pacific Coast From Puget Sound To Icy Strait. Both The Famousincluding Wilderness Advocate John Muir, Landscape Painter Albert Bierstadt, And Photographers Eadweard Muybridge And Edward Curtisand The Long Forgottena Gay Exsailor, A Former Society Reporter, An African Explorer, And A Neurasthenic Methodist Ministerreturned With Fascinating Accounts Of Their Alaskan Journeys, Becoming Advance Men And Women For An Expanding United States.In Darkest Alaska Explores The Popular Images Conjured By These Travelers' Tales, As Well As Their Influence On The Broader Society. Drawing On Lively Firsthand Accounts, Archival Photographs, Maps, And Other Ephemera Of The Day, Historian Robert Campbell Chronicles How Gilded Age Sightseers Were Inspired By Alaska'S Bounty Of Evolutionary Treasures, Tribal Artifacts, Geological Riches, And Novel Thrills To Produce A Wealth Of Highly Imaginative Reportage About The Territory. By Portraying The Territory As A Last West Ripe For American Conquest, Tourists Helped Pave The Way For Settlement And Exploitation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'In Darkest Alaska' about? A: 'In Darkest Alaska' explores the journeys of scenic adventurers who traveled the Inside Passage before Alaska became known for its mining opportunities. It examines their accounts and the impact these narratives had on American society.
- Q: Who is the author of 'In Darkest Alaska'? A: The book is authored by Robert Campbell, a historian who provides insights into the experiences of travelers during the Gilded Age.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'In Darkest Alaska'? A: 'In Darkest Alaska' was published on June 4, 2008.
- Q: How many pages does 'In Darkest Alaska' have? A: The book contains 360 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for 'In Darkest Alaska'? A: 'In Darkest Alaska' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'In Darkest Alaska' a new or used book? A: The book is listed as a new item.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'In Darkest Alaska'? A: The book delves into themes of travel, American empire, and the cultural impact of early explorers on the perception of Alaska.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or photographs in 'In Darkest Alaska'? A: Yes, the book includes archival photographs, maps, and other ephemera that enhance the narrative and historical context.
- Q: Can 'In Darkest Alaska' be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, the book provides valuable historical insights and primary source accounts that can be useful for academic research on travel and culture in America.
- Q: What makes 'In Darkest Alaska' unique compared to other travel books? A: 'In Darkest Alaska' uniquely combines firsthand accounts of travelers with historical analysis, portraying Alaska as a significant site of American imagination and conquest.