The Trans-Mississippi West, 1803-1853: A History Of Its Acquisition And Settlement (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432640026)

The Trans-Mississippi West, 1803-1853: A History Of Its Acquisition And Settlement is a book written by Leonidas Goodwin that provides a comprehensive account of the acquisition and settlement of the western region of the United States from 1803 to 1853. The book covers the period from the Louisiana Purchase to the Gadsden Purchase, and includes the exploration, colonization, and development of the region. Goodwin examines the political, economic, and social factors that led to the acquisition of the western territories, and the challenges that were faced in settling the region. He explores the impact of the fur trade, the Oregon Trail, and the California Gold Rush on the development of the West, and discusses the role of Native Americans and their interactions with settlers.The book also delves into the conflicts that arose during this period, including the Mexican-American War and the Indian Wars, and their impact on the settlement of the West. Goodwin provides a detailed analysis of the key figures, events, and trends that shaped the history of the Trans-Mississippi West, and offers insights into the challenges that continue to face the region today.Overall, The Trans-Mississippi West, 1803-1853: A History Of Its Acquisition And Settlement is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West, and provides a fascinating look at the early years of this important region.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: Leonidas Goodwin
ISBN-10: 143264002X
ISBN-13: 9781432640026
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 560
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.79lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.25d