Publisher's Synopsis
""Scenes of Earlier Days in Crossing the Plains to Oregon, and Experiences of Western Life"" is a book written by Charles Howard Crawford that provides a first-hand account of the journey of pioneers who crossed the plains to settle in Oregon during the mid-19th century. The book is a memoir that describes the experiences of the author and his family during their journey from Missouri to Oregon in 1852. The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes the journey of the pioneers across the plains, through the Rocky Mountains, and over the Cascades to reach Oregon. The author describes the challenges they faced, including harsh weather conditions, lack of food and water, and encounters with Native American tribes. He also provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes and wildlife they encountered along the way.The second part of the book describes the experiences of the author and his family after they settled in Oregon. He describes the challenges of building a home and farming in a new and unfamiliar land. He also provides insights into the social and cultural life of the pioneers in Oregon, including their interactions with Native American tribes and the establishment of the Oregon Trail.Overall, ""Scenes of Earlier Days in Crossing the Plains to Oregon, and Experiences of Western Life"" is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the experiences of pioneers who settled in Oregon during the mid-19th century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the experiences of early settlers in the region.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.
