The Life And Adventures Of James P. Beckwourth (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432624460)

The Life And Adventures Of James P. Beckwourth is an autobiography written by James Beckwourth himself. Beckwourth was a legendary figure of the American West, known for his exploits as a trapper, trader, and Indian fighter. Born to a white father and a black mother, Beckwourth grew up in Virginia before heading west as a young man. He spent much of his life among the Crow Indians, learning their language and customs and eventually becoming an adopted member of the tribe. Beckwourth also played a key role in the early exploration of the Rocky Mountains, helping to establish the first trading post in what is now Colorado. In his autobiography, Beckwourth recounts his many adventures, including his battles with hostile tribes, his run-ins with grizzly bears, and his participation in the California Gold Rush. The Life And Adventures Of James P. Beckwourth is a fascinating look at the life of a true American original, and an important historical document of the early years of the American West.The Life And Adventures Of James P. Beckwourth: Mountaineer, Scout, Pioneer And Chief Of The Crow Nation Of Indian.This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: James Beckwourth
ISBN-10: 1432624466
ISBN-13: 9781432624460
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/11/2005
Pages: 540
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.11lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.38d