Early Western Journals, 1748-1765 (1904) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166098278)

Early Western Journals, 1748-1765 is a book written by Reuben Gold Thwaites and published in 1904. The book is a collection of journals and diaries written by early explorers and settlers who traveled through the western regions of North America between 1748 and 1765. Thwaites has compiled and edited these primary sources to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the early Western frontier. The book includes the journals of famous explorers such as Christopher Gist, George Croghan, and John Long, as well as lesser-known figures who played important roles in the early Western expansion. The journals describe the geography, flora, and fauna of the region, as well as the interactions between the explorers and the Native American tribes they encountered. The book also provides insight into the daily life of these early settlers, including their struggles with disease, hunger, and harsh weather conditions. Overall, Early Western Journals, 1748-1765 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Western frontier and the early exploration 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: Reuben Gold Thwaites
ISBN-10: 1166098273
ISBN-13: 9781166098278
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 334
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d