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The Young Fur Traders

The Young Fur Traders

by R. M. Ballantyne

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Inspired by Ballantyne’s own experiences with the Hudson’s Bay Company in Canada, the story follows young protagonist Charley Kennedy as he leaves the Red River Settlement for a life of trapping and adventure in the Canadian wilderness, encountering dangers, rivalries, and camaraderie with companions like Jacques Caradoc and an Indigenous man named Redfeather. It’s a tale of survival, friendship, and moral lessons set in a beautiful northern landscape.

First published in 1856, this edition is derived from the original book with 8 black & white illustrations by the author. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.
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Author(s): R. M. Ballantyne

Illustrator(s): R. M. Ballantyne

Translator(s): None

Dimensions: 6" x 9"

Pages: 285

Font Size: 12 pt

ISBN: 9781649654267

ASIN: 164965426X

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Robert Michael Ballantyne

was a Scottish author, illustrator, and adventure storyteller best known for writing vivid tales of exploration, survival, and moral courage for young readers. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, into a family connected to the publishing world, Ballantyne developed an early love of storytelling and travel. At age sixteen, he joined the Hudson’s Bay Company in Canada, where he spent several years in the wilderness of the fur trade, experiencing frontier life firsthand. His time in North America deeply shaped his imagination and provided rich material for many of his later novels.

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