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""Chechahco and Sourdough"" is a book written by Scott C. Bone that explores the experiences of two different types of people in the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. The term ""Chechahco"" refers to someone who is new to the region, while ""Sourdough"" refers to someone who has been there for a while and has adapted to the environment.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the experiences of a Chechahco named Jack, who travels to the Yukon in search of gold. Jack faces many challenges, including harsh weather, dangerous terrain, and competition from other prospectors. He also has to learn how to survive in a new environment and deal with the cultural differences between himself and the indigenous people of the region.The second part of the book focuses on the experiences of a Sourdough named Tom, who has been living in the Yukon for several years. Tom has adapted to the environment and has become an expert in finding gold. However, he faces new challenges when a group of Chechahcos arrive in the region and disrupt the balance of power.Throughout the book, Bone explores the themes of adaptation, survival, and cultural differences. He also provides a detailed look at the history of the Klondike Gold Rush and the impact it had on the people and the environment of the Yukon. Overall, ""Chechahco and Sourdough"" is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the Yukon and the Klondike Gold Rush.This is a new release of the original 1926 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.