Very Far West Indeed: A Few Rough Experiences On The Northwest Pacific Coast (1872) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781104563745)

""Very Far West Indeed: A Few Rough Experiences On The Northwest Pacific Coast"" is a historical book written by Richard Byron Johnson and published in 1872. The book is a firsthand account of Johnson's experiences as a sailor on the Pacific Coast during the mid-19th century. Johnson provides a vivid description of the rugged and treacherous coastline, the native tribes, and the harsh living conditions of the sailors. He also recounts his encounters with pirates, smugglers, and other unsavory characters. The book is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the life and times of sailors during the early days of the Pacific Northwest. It is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history or the history of the American West.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: Richard Byron Johnson
ISBN-10: 1104563746
ISBN-13: 9781104563745
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/10/2009
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.31lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d