Life Of John Ledyard

The book ""Life of John Ledyard: The American Traveler"" written by Jared Sparks is a comprehensive account of the life and travels of John Ledyard, an American explorer and adventurer who lived during the late 18th century. The book chronicles Ledyard's journey from his early life in Connecticut, where he was born in 1751, to his travels across the globe, including his famous expedition with Captain Cook to the Pacific Northwest.The author provides an in-depth look at Ledyard's life, including his education at Dartmouth College and his subsequent travels to Europe and Africa. The book also delves into Ledyard's involvement in the American Revolution, where he served as a soldier in the Continental Army.Throughout the book, Sparks highlights Ledyard's adventurous spirit and his desire to explore the unknown. He describes Ledyard's travels to remote regions of the world, including his journey on foot across Siberia and his attempt to explore the African interior.Overall, ""Life of John Ledyard: The American Traveler"" is a fascinating account of one man's quest for adventure and exploration during a time when much of the world was still uncharted territory. The book provides a detailed look at Ledyard's life and travels, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and adventure.Comprising Selections From His Journals And Correspondence. This One Contains The Biography Of John Ledyard, Born 1751 In Groton, Connecticut. He Lived A Colorful, Full Life. He Attended Dartmouth College, Shipped As A Sailor To The Mediterranean, Sailed With Captain James Cook On His Third And Final Voyage, Spent Two Years In A British Barracks For Refusing To Fight Against America During The Revolutionary War, Published His Recollections Of His Travels With Captain Cook And Attempted To Walk Across Siberia.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.