First published in 1921, Dot It Down is a firsthand account of life in Northwestern Canada during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Begg, who spent much of his life as a fur trader and explorer, vividly describes the challenges and dangers of living in this harsh and remote part of the world. This book is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, and a testament to the courage and resourcefulness of the people who lived in it. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the and "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.