Publisher's Synopsis
Originally published in 1873, this book gives a comprehensive account of the author's experiences, observations and interactions during his five-year exploration of the vast undeveloped Western territories of the United States. It provides detailed information on the region's geography, environment, flora, fauna, and sociocultural context during that time. This book is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, students of US history and the American West, and anyone interested in the exploration and development of the western territories during the mid-19th century.
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