Publisher's Synopsis
A Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains is a travelogue written by Isabella L. Bird, a British woman who traveled to the Rocky Mountains in the late 19th century. The book is a collection of letters that she wrote to her sister back in England, detailing her experiences and adventures in the American West. Bird's writing is vivid and descriptive, providing a fascinating glimpse into life in the Rocky Mountains during this period. She writes about the rugged landscape, the people she meets, and the challenges she faces as a solo female traveler. Throughout the book, Bird also reflects on her own personal journey and the ways in which her travels have changed her perspective on life. She writes about the beauty of the natural world, the kindness of strangers, and the importance of living life to the fullest. Overall, A Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains is a captivating and inspiring travelogue that offers a unique perspective on the American West and the experiences of a fearless female explorer.1881. With illustrations. Isabella Lucy Bird broke away from the traditions of the middle-class woman in Victorian Britain and established herself as a determined and intelligent traveler. Through her accounts of her travel adventures she challenged and delighted a wide and appreciative audience. Her travel books made her one of the most famous women in late-Victorian Britain. In the course of her travels, Bird landed in San Francisco and traveled to Colorado where she had her romantic adventure with the desperado Jim Nugent. For months in the high Rockies, in and around Estes Park, as autumn turned to winter, Isabella was beguiled not only by the wild Rocky Mountains but also by the charms of Mountain Jim who took her on expeditions and encouraged her boldness. With Jim's assistance she became the second woman to climb Long's Peak, a mountain of over 14,000 feet. This delightful volume recounts her adventures in the Rockies.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.
