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If you've ever stared in awe at the Rocky Mountains and wondered how early travelers could possibly traverse those peaks, then this is the book for you
In a time of smartphones, GPS devices, and voice automated navigation systems, it's difficult to imagine crossing unknown deserts, mountains, and prairies with just a few ancient techniques and the heavens above. This history of movement across the American West brings three centuries of travel to life. It shows how four different cultures, in four different areas, migrated across this harsh and beautiful land: the native travelers on foot, Spanish conquistadors on horseback, Frenchmen by canoe, and American settlers by wagon. In this history, the "who," "where," and "when" take a back seat to the fascinating "how."
Travel the myth and reality of the raw land that made the American West. Discover the depth of human bravery, determination, and ingenuity. And enjoy the adventure.
Author Thomas A. Permar has a master's degree and PhD in forestry and forest biology as well as an English degree in creative writing. He lives in Morgan, Utah.
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