Publisher's Synopsis
Incidents of Travel and Adventure in the Far West, with Col. Fremont's Last Expedition Across the Rocky Mountains is a memoir written by Solomon N. Carvalho. The book chronicles Carvalho's experiences during his travels with Colonel John C. Fremont's fifth and final expedition across the Rocky Mountains in 1853-1854. Carvalho, a Jewish artist and photographer, was hired by Fremont to document the expedition through sketches and daguerreotypes. The book provides a vivid account of the journey, including encounters with Native American tribes, dangerous river crossings, and harsh weather conditions. The memoir also includes Carvalho's personal reflections on the landscape and people he encountered during the expedition. The book provides a unique perspective on the American West during the mid-19th century and is a valuable historical document. Overall, Incidents of Travel and Adventure in the Far West, with Col. Fremont's Last Expedition Across the Rocky Mountains is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history, the Westward Expansion, and the experiences of early explorers.Including Three Months Residence In Utah, And A Perilous Trip Across The Great American Desert To The Pacific.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.