Classic Images of Canadian First Nations: From 1880 to 1920

by Edward Cavell

The striking black-and-white photographs in this collection chronicle a voyage through Canada's cultural past. Selected for thier aesthetic value as well as their historical interest, these photographs provide a unique visual portrait of the nation's early days.

Genres: History

64 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2006

Reviews

[Sylvester (Taking a break in 2023) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Absolutely fascinating to look at photos of the natives of local places. Ironic to see the lacrosse team (Canada's national sport)in full regalia, and on the next page, in their striped uniforms - 2 worlds colliding, clearly. Favorite photo is of Sampson and Leah Beaver with their daughter Frances Louise on the Kootenay Plains, Alberta (1907). If ever there was an icon of family contentment and parental pride, this photo is it.

[Gabrielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well selected images. I wish there was more information associated with them (even if just to hightlight a lack of context).

[Jonny Phake · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extremely interesting. A great way to learn.