Publisher's Synopsis
Extempore On A Wagon: A Metrical Narrative Of A Journey From Bethlehem, Pennsylvania To The Indian Town Of Goshen, Ohio, In The Autumn Of 1803 (1887) is a book written by George Henry Loskiel. It is a narrative poem that tells the story of a journey from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to Goshen, Ohio in the autumn of 1803. The journey is taken on a wagon, and the book is written in a metrical format.The book is divided into several parts, each of which describes a different part of the journey. The first part describes the departure from Bethlehem, and the journey through the mountains of Pennsylvania. The second part describes the journey through the Ohio River Valley, and the encounters with Native American tribes along the way. The third part describes the arrival in Goshen, and the settling of the travelers in their new home.Throughout the book, Loskiel describes the scenery and the people encountered on the journey. He also includes descriptions of the Native American tribes encountered, their customs, and their interactions with the travelers. The book provides a unique perspective on life in the early 19th century, and the challenges faced by travelers in a new and unfamiliar land.Extempore On A Wagon: A Metrical Narrative Of A Journey From Bethlehem, Pennsylvania To The Indian Town Of Goshen, Ohio, In The Autumn Of 1803 (1887) is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, poetry, or travel writing. It provides a vivid and engaging account of a journey that took place over 200 years ago, and offers insights into the experiences of early American settlers.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.
