Comprehensive historical account of Alberta from prehistory to 1949. This history is brought alive through the telling of the story of L. Garneau (1840-1921) of the Garneau District of Edmonton.

Contains over two hundred photographs of historical Athabasca Landing, Alberta (1880-1914) arranged thematically. Each theme includes a historical background, photograph, and observations about life at the Landing.

Explores Alberta as the land of opportunity for immigrants, the settlement of Alberta, history and rural life.

Provides basic holding and contact information for Alberta's primary repository of documentary heritage.