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Timber: Toil and Trouble in the Big Woods,New
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Has anyone today any conception of the grandeur, the extent, the million board feet a day production...the entire meaning of the forests of the Pacific Northwestthe 'Big Woods'? The photographs alone in this absorbing book will instantly transport the reader into this former world. Here was the greatest stand of Douglas fir timber in existence and here was labor for the Poles, Finns, Swedes and Norskies lured out of the Midwest to convert the mammoth trees into the lumber that helped build the West Coast cities. Ralph Andrews presents a fascinating subjectthe hope, courage and tragedy in the lives of the men and women who opened up the dense native forests or as the loggers said 'brought daylight into the swamp,' and converted the trees into the lumber which built the West Coast cities. Here are many nostalgic scenes showing high climbers, fallers balanced on high springboards, yokes of oxen and up to eight spans of horses dragging logs on skidroad, yokes of oxen and up to eight spans of horses dragging logs on skidroads to flumes, rivers and salt water, early donkey engines, railroads on steep grades, logging camps as well as devastating fires. Andrews' style of writing is graphic and spirited with strong emphasis on human interest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Timber: Toil and Trouble in the Big Woods'? A: The book explores the history and significance of the timber industry in the Pacific Northwest, detailing the lives of the workers and the impact of logging on the region.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Timber: Toil and Trouble in the Big Woods' is Ralph W. Andrews.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 182 pages.
- Q: When was 'Timber: Toil and Trouble in the Big Woods' published? A: The book was published on January 20, 1997.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features illustrated content that provides visual context to the historical aspects of logging and the timber industry.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in history? A: Yes, the book is well-suited for readers interested in the history of the Pacific Northwest and the timber industry.
- Q: What themes are presented in the book? A: Themes of hope, courage, and tragedy in the lives of loggers and their families are prominently featured throughout the narrative.
- Q: Can I find photographs in this book? A: Yes, the book includes numerous photographs that capture the logging industry and the landscape of the Pacific Northwest.
- Q: What makes this book a unique read? A: The book combines rich historical content with vivid storytelling, bringing to life the challenges and experiences of those involved in the timber industry.