Ogden

Ogden: The Underwriters of Salvation is a book written by Bernard De Voto. The book is a historical account of the development and growth of the city of Ogden, Utah, from its early days as a small settlement to its emergence as a major center of commerce and transportation in the American West. The book focuses on the role of the underwriters, a group of businessmen who played a key role in the development of the city. The underwriters were responsible for financing and promoting many of the city's early industries, including railroads, mining, and manufacturing. De Voto's book provides a detailed and engaging account of the underwriters' efforts to build a successful and prosperous community in Ogden, and sheds light on the challenges and opportunities faced by early settlers in the American West. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Utah and the American West, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and achievements of the underwriters who helped shape the region's future.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Taming of the Frontier, by Bernard De Voto. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766194485.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.