Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers back to the 18th century, a time when the vast wilderness west of the Appalachian Mountains remained largely unexplored by Europeans. It focuses on the experiences of two men, Doctor Thomas Walker and Colonel Christopher Gist, who ventured into the unknown, charting territories that would eventually become part of Kentucky and Ohio. The author delves into the motivations behind these explorations, which were driven by a combination of curiosity, the desire for land, and the growing rivalry between the English and the French. Through the detailed journals kept by the explorers, readers gain a vivid understanding of the challenges and triumphs of early American frontier life. The book reveals the stark beauty of the untouched land, the constant threat of Native American encounters, and the resilience of the men who braved the dangers to carve a future for themselves and their nation. This book offers a captivating glimpse into the early history of the American West, providing invaluable insights into the courage, ambition, and resourcefulness of those who pushed the boundaries of civilization westward. 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 9781332893997_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332893997
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
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-9781332893997
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)