This book tells the story of Marcus Whitman, a pioneer missionary who played a crucial role in saving the Oregon Territory for the United States. It provides a detailed account of Whitman's life, from his early years as a missionary in the East to his travels to Oregon and his eventual martyrdom. The author explores the complex political and historical context of Whitman's time, discussing the competing claims of the United States and Great Britain to the Oregon Territory and the role of the Hudson's Bay Company in the region. The book delves into the motivations and actions of Whitman and his fellow missionaries, shedding light on their religious beliefs, their relationships with Native American tribes, and their impact on the development of the Pacific Northwest. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the author presents a compelling narrative that highlights the significance of Whitman's contributions to American history.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of Marcus Whitman, a pioneer missionary who played a crucial role in saving the Oregon Territory for the United States. It provides a detailed account of Whitman's life, from his early years as a missionary in the East to his travels to Oregon and his eventual martyrdom. The author explores the complex political and historical context of Whitman's time, discussing the competing claims of the United States and Great Britain to the Oregon Territory and the role of the Hudson's Bay Company in the region. The book delves into the motivations and actions of Whitman and his fellow missionaries, shedding light on their religious beliefs, their relationships with Native American tribes, and their impact on the development of the Pacific Northwest. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the author presents a compelling narrative that highlights the significance of Whitman's contributions to American history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331657972_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331657972
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331657972
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 380 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25977122/2
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