Publisher's Synopsis
The Oregon Trail: Sketches Of Prairie And Rocky-Mountain Life is a non-fiction book written by Francis Parkman. The book is a detailed account of the author's journey along the Oregon Trail in the mid-19th century. The book is divided into twenty-two chapters, each detailing the author's experiences as he travels through the prairies and mountains of the American West.The book is written in a narrative style and provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, wildlife, and people that the author encounters on his journey. The author also provides insights into the daily life of the pioneers who traveled the Oregon Trail in search of a better life in the West.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the hardships and dangers of the journey, the culture and customs of the Native American tribes that the author encounters, and the challenges of settling in the West. The author also provides a historical context for the journey, discussing the political and social issues of the time.Overall, The Oregon Trail: Sketches Of Prairie And Rocky-Mountain Life is a fascinating account of one man's journey through the American West during a pivotal time in American history. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West or the experiences of the pioneers who settled there.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.
