The Boy's Story Of Zebulon M. Pike (1911) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104383893)

The Boy's Story of Zebulon M. Pike is a historical book written by Zebulon M. Pike himself in 1911. The book is an account of Pike's life, starting from his childhood and family background, to his military career and exploration of the American West. The book is written in an engaging and accessible style, making it suitable for young readers interested in American history.Pike was a soldier and explorer who played a significant role in the expansion of the United States during the early 19th century. He is best known for leading two expeditions to explore and map the western territories of the United States, including the region that would later become Colorado and New Mexico. Pike's expeditions were important in helping the United States gain a better understanding of the geography and resources of the western territories.The Boy's Story of Zebulon M. Pike provides a fascinating insight into the life of this important historical figure. It includes details of Pike's encounters with Native American tribes, his experiences as a prisoner of war in Mexico, and his eventual death during the War of 1812. The book is illustrated with maps and drawings that help to bring Pike's adventures to life.Overall, The Boy's Story of Zebulon M. Pike is an engaging and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the history of the American West. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, exploration, or military history.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: Zebulon M. Pike
ISBN-10: 1104383896
ISBN-13: 9781104383893
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/27/2009
Pages: 428
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.87d