This exceptionally well-preserved first edition hardcover is in near fine condition, with tight, unread pages and a firm, square binding—its pristine state undisturbed except for an inscription on the title page. The dust jacket remains in good condition, and the book itself features brown cloth boards with brown lettering on the spine. The Pioneer Years, 1895–1914: Memories of Settlers Who Opened the West by Barry Broadfoot, first published in 1976, is a compelling oral history that captures the voices of early settlers who experienced the challenges and triumphs of pioneering life in Western Canada. Broadfoot, a respected Canadian historian, traveled across the country to collect firsthand accounts from those who lived through this transformative period. The book features interviews with elderly settlers, offering personal insights into life on the frontier during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His work preserves the authentic voices and emotions of the interviewees, creating a vivid and enduring record of their experiences. Widely regarded as a significant contribution to Canadian history, the book provides readers with an intimate view of the pioneer spirit and the resilience required to build communities in harsh and often isolated environments.