Publisher's Synopsis
""A Lady�������s Life In The Rocky Mountains"" is a travel memoir written by Isabella L. Bird, a Victorian-era Englishwoman who traveled to the American West in the late 19th century. The book is a collection of letters that Bird wrote to her sister back in England, chronicling her adventures and observations during her six-month journey through the Rocky Mountains. Bird's vivid descriptions of the landscape, wildlife, and people she encountered provide a unique and intimate glimpse into life in the American West during this time period. She writes about her experiences camping in the wilderness, meeting Native American tribes, and encountering various characters on her travels. The book also offers insight into the challenges and limitations faced by women in the 1800s, as Bird navigates the rugged terrain and interacts with men who are often surprised by her independence and adventurous spirit. Overall, ""A Lady�������s Life In The Rocky Mountains"" is a captivating and insightful account of one woman's journey through the American West, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and the pioneering spirit that characterized it.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.
