Handcarts To Zion: Far West And The Rockies Historical Series, 1820-1875, V14 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258502409)

""Handcarts to Zion: Far West and the Rockies Historical Series, 1820-1875, V14"" is a book written by Leroy Reuben Hafen. The book is part of a historical series that explores the history of the American West from 1820 to 1875. This particular volume focuses on the use of handcarts by Mormon pioneers who migrated to Utah in the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of the challenges faced by these pioneers, including harsh weather conditions, food shortages, and other difficulties encountered on the journey. The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and other historical records, to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of this important period in American history. Overall, ""Handcarts to Zion"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West, particularly those interested in the experiences of Mormon pioneers during this time period.The Story Of A Unique Western Migration 1856-1860. With Contemporary Journals, Accounts, Reports And Rosters Of Members Of The Ten Handcart Companies.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: LeRoy Reuben Hafen, Ann Woodbury Hafen
ISBN-10: 1258502402
ISBN-13: 9781258502409
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/20/2012
Pages: 342
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d