The Southwestern Frontier, 1865-1881 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258498757)

The Southwestern Frontier, 1865-1881 is a historical book written by Carl Coke Rister that covers the period of the American West from the end of the Civil War to the beginning of the cattle industry. The book provides a comprehensive account of the challenges and changes that occurred during this time, including the impact of the railroad, the rise of the cattle industry, and the conflicts between Native American tribes and settlers. Rister delves into the lives of the pioneers and settlers who ventured into the Southwest and the hardships they faced, including harsh weather, disease, and conflicts with the indigenous people. The book also explores the role of the military in the region and the impact of the Civil War on the Southwest. The Southwestern Frontier, 1865-1881 is a detailed and informative account of a critical period in American history, offering valuable insights into the development of the American West.A History Of The Coming Of The Settlers, Indian Depredations And Massacres, Ranching Activities, Operations Of White Desperadoes And Thieves, Government Protection, Building Of Railways, And The Disappearance Of The Frontier.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: Carl Coke Rister
ISBN-10: 1258498758
ISBN-13: 9781258498757
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/20/2012
Pages: 334
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d