Gass's Journal Of The Lewis And Clark Expedition (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163576557)

Gass's Journal of the Lewis and Clark Expedition is a historical account of the famous expedition led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to explore the western part of the United States in the early 19th century. The book is written by Patrick Gass, a member of the expedition who served as a sergeant and carpenter. The journal provides a first-hand account of the expedition's journey from its departure in May 1804 to its return in September 1806. It details their encounters with Native American tribes, the challenges they faced in navigating the terrain and weather, and the flora and fauna they encountered along the way. Gass's writing is straightforward and descriptive, providing a detailed look at the daily life of the expedition members and their interactions with the people and environment they encountered. The journal also includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the journey. Overall, Gass's Journal of the Lewis and Clark Expedition is an important historical document that provides a unique perspective on one of the most significant explorations in American history. It is a valuable resource for historians, students, and anyone interested in the early exploration and settlement of the American West.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: Patrick Gass
ISBN-10: 1163576557
ISBN-13: 9781163576557
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 368
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.56lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d