Jack, the Young Canoeman (Illustrated)

Jack, the Young Canoeman is the fourth volume in the seven-volume Jack, The Young Man series. Jack Danvers, a New York teen embarks on adventures that entertain, enthrall, and educate. This story is about Jack's exciting and sometimes dangerous adventures in the Northwest, including a canoe trip along the coast of British Columbia, a hunt in the mountains, and a trip up the Fraser river for salmon fishing.

George Bird Grinnell (September 20, 1849 April 11, 1938) was an American anthropologist, historian, naturalist, and writer. Grinnell was born in Brooklyn, New York, and graduated from Yale University with a B.A. in 1870 and a Ph.D. in 1880. Originally specializing in zoology, he became a prominent early conservationist and student of Native American life. Grinnell has been recognized for his influence on public opinion and work on legislation to preserve the American bison. Mount Grinnell is named after Grinnell.

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