The West

The West: Its Commerce And Navigation is a historical book written by James Hall and first published in 1848. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the commerce and navigation of the western region of the United States during the mid-19th century. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the history of western exploration, the development of the fur trade, the rise of steamboat transportation, and the growth of the western economy. Hall also discusses the challenges faced by western merchants and traders, such as the difficulties of navigating western rivers and the dangers of Indian attacks. He also provides detailed descriptions of the major western cities and ports, including St. Louis, New Orleans, and San Francisco. Overall, The West: Its Commerce And Navigation is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the economic and social history of the western United States during a critical period of its development.This scarce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.