The Beothucks or Red Indians: The Aboriginal Inhabitants of Newfoundland - Howley, James Patrick

First published in 1915; Clean, tight, unmarked; scratches to back of dust jacket; otherwise absolute minimal wear; appears unread; The extermination of the Beothuck represents one of the most tragic and shameful episodes in Canadian history. Numbering less than a thousand at the point of the first European settlements, these inhabitants of Newfoundland initially avoided contact. However, by the 18th century encroaching settlers brought with them violence and death. Illustrated with dozens of paintings, maps, photographs and prints, the most fascinating being the line drawings by Shanawdithit.
Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket
Hardcover
Prospero
2011
Toronto, ON