Adventures In Mexico And The Rocky Mountains (1848) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436963756)

Adventures In Mexico And The Rocky Mountains is a travelogue written by George Frederick Ruxton in 1848. The book chronicles Ruxton's travels through Mexico and the Rocky Mountains during the mid-19th century. Ruxton was a British explorer and adventurer who traveled extensively throughout North America. In this book, he provides a detailed account of his experiences, including his encounters with Native American tribes, his observations of the landscape, and his interactions with Mexican and American settlers.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers Ruxton's travels through Mexico, where he explores the country's culture, history, and geography. He describes his experiences with the Mexican people, including their customs, traditions, and way of life. He also provides a detailed account of his travels through the rugged terrain of the Sierra Madre Mountains, where he encounters various indigenous tribes and experiences the beauty of the Mexican landscape.The second part of the book covers Ruxton's travels through the Rocky Mountains, where he explores the vast wilderness of the American West. He describes his encounters with Native American tribes, including the Apache, Comanche, and Ute tribes. He also provides a detailed account of his travels through the Rocky Mountains, including his experiences with the harsh climate and rugged terrain.Overall, Adventures In Mexico And The Rocky Mountains is a fascinating travelogue that provides a unique perspective on the culture, history, and geography of Mexico and the American West during the mid-19th century. Ruxton's vivid descriptions and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of North America.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: George Frederick Ruxton
ISBN-10: 1436963753
ISBN-13: 9781436963756
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/18/2008
Pages: 316
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d