Early Western Travels, 1748-1846 V14

Early Western Travels, 1748-1846 V14: Part 1 Of James�������s Account Of S. H. Long�������s Expedition, 1819-1820 is a book edited by Reuben Gold Thwaites and published in 1905. The book is part of a larger series which documents the travels of explorers and pioneers in the American West from 1748 to 1846. This particular volume contains the first part of Edwin James's account of Stephen H. Long's expedition in 1819-1820. James was a physician and naturalist who accompanied Long on the expedition, which was commissioned by the United States government to explore the western territories and assess their potential for settlement and development. The book provides a detailed and vivid description of the landscapes, flora, fauna, and Native American tribes encountered on the expedition. It also includes James's observations on the social and political conditions of the territories, as well as his reflections on the scientific and philosophical implications of the expedition. Overall, Early Western Travels, 1748-1846 V14: Part 1 Of James�������s Account Of S. H. Long�������s Expedition, 1819-1820 is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on the early exploration of the American West.A Series Of Annotated Reprints Of Some Of The Best And Rarest Contemporary Volumes Of Travel, Descriptive Of The Aborigines And Social And Economic Conditions In The Middle And Far West, During The Period Of Early American Settlement.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.