Publisher's Synopsis
The Diary of Major Wise: Hunting Trip in Powder River Country in 1880 is a historical account of a hunting expedition led by Major Lewis Wise. The book is a diary-style narrative of the trip, chronicling the daily experiences of the hunting party as they traverse the rugged terrain of the Powder River Country in Wyoming. The hunting party consisted of Major Wise, his brother, and several other experienced hunters. They set out on their journey in the fall of 1880, with the intention of hunting big game such as elk, deer, and bear. The diary entries provide detailed descriptions of the hunting techniques used, the animals encountered, and the challenges faced by the hunters.In addition to the hunting aspect of the expedition, the book also provides a glimpse into the daily life of a hunting party in the late 19th century. The diary entries detail the meals prepared, the camp set-up, and the interactions between the hunters and the local Native American tribes.Overall, The Diary of Major Wise: Hunting Trip in Powder River Country in 1880 is a fascinating glimpse into the world of hunting and exploration in the American West during the late 1800s. The book provides a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of hunting in a rugged and unforgiving landscape, as well as the cultural interactions between different groups of people during this time period.This Article Is Contained In Vol. 12, No. 2, April 1940 Issue Of The Annals Of Wyoming. Contents Also Include: Governors Of The State Of Wyoming, Article Iii, Harry B. Henderson, Sr.; Wonderful Wyoming, Col. S. W. Downey; And More.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.
