Blackfoot crossing
Norma Sluman
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Blackfoot crossing
by Norma Sluman
Published
1959
Publisher
Ryerson Press
Pages
255
Description
"In Blackfoot Crossing," the author says, "I have tried to take an honest look at a period so obscured by hokum and flag-waving, that it may shock those with preconceived ideas about the winning of the Canadian West. Not all of my white men are models of altruism, and my Indians are also human beings. The imaginary episodes are wound in and around real people, places and events which took place prior to, during and immediately after the occupation of what is now southern Alberta by the North West Mounted Police. It is perhaps several stories within one. Of course, it is a love story wherein two young people seek and find fulfilment in one another. It is also the story of a people who had to face, in 1874, the very things we ourselves may face tomorrow. We had then the actuality of man confronted by aliens far more powerful and advanced than he was. Man, whose deep-rooted and cherished beliefs are suddenly discarded; man, whose life-long conditioning to his environment is useless and whose existence is swiftly and irrevocably altered. And so it is, too, the story of Crowfoot, the man who faced all this and tried to find an answer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Blackfoot crossing?
This edition of Blackfoot crossing has approximately 255 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Blackfoot crossing?
For most readers, Blackfoot crossing typically takes between 5h 19m and 3h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 63,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 15m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 63,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Blackfoot crossing?
The estimated word count for Blackfoot crossing is approximately 63,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Blackfoot crossing?
Blackfoot crossing was written by Norma Sluman.
When was Blackfoot crossing published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1959. The original work may have been published on a different date.