A Tour On The Prairies (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162650616)

A Tour on the Prairies is a travelogue written by the famous American author, Washington Irving. It was first published in 1835 and chronicles Irving's journey through the American West, specifically the Great Plains region. The book is divided into four parts, each detailing a different leg of his journey.In the first part, Irving describes his departure from Fort Gibson in present-day Oklahoma and his travels through the Osage Nation. He also provides a vivid description of the landscape and wildlife of the prairies.In the second part, Irving travels through the Cherokee Nation and meets with Chief John Ross. He also describes his visit to the Arkansas River and the Hot Springs.The third part of the book details Irving's journey through Texas, where he meets with various Native American tribes and visits the Alamo. He also provides a fascinating account of the customs and traditions of the Comanche people.In the final part of the book, Irving returns to the East Coast and reflects on his experiences on the prairies. He also provides a historical overview of the West and its significance in American history.Overall, A Tour on the Prairies is a fascinating account of the American West in the early 19th century, written by one of America's most celebrated authors. It provides a unique insight into the landscape, culture, and history of the region, making it a must-read for anyone interested in American history or travel writing.Nothing, however, could restrain the romantic ardor of the Count for a campaign of buffalo hunting with the Osages, and he had a game spirit that seemed always stimulated by the idea of danger. His travelling companion, of discreeter age and calmer temperament, was convinced of the rashness of the enterprise; but he could not control the impetuous zeal of his youthful friend.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.

Author: Washington Irving
ISBN-10: 1162650613
ISBN-13: 9781162650616
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 132
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.53lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.28d