Narrative Journal Of Travels Through The Northwestern Regions Of The United States (1821)

The Narrative Journal of Travels Through the Northwestern Regions of the United States is a historical travelogue written by Henry Rowe Schoolcraft in 1821. The book offers a detailed account of Schoolcraft's journey through the Great Lakes region, documenting the customs, traditions, and ways of life of the Native American tribes he encountered along the way.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Schoolcraft's travels. He begins by describing his journey from Detroit to Mackinac Island, where he meets with the local Ojibwe tribe. From there, he travels to Sault Ste. Marie, where he observes the fur trade and meets with the local Chippewa tribe.Throughout the book, Schoolcraft provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, flora, and fauna of the region, as well as the customs and beliefs of the Native American tribes he encounters. He also offers insights into the political and economic conditions of the time, including the impact of the War of 1812 on the Great Lakes region.Overall, the Narrative Journal of Travels Through the Northwestern Regions of the United States provides a fascinating glimpse into the early history of the American Midwest, as well as the complex relationships between Native American tribes and European settlers during this time period.Extending From Detroit Through The Great Chain Of American Lakes, To The Sources Of The Mississippi River. Performed As A Member Of The Expedition Under Governor Cass, In The Year 1820.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.