Publisher's Synopsis
Mountains and Molehills: Or Recollections of a Burnt Journal is a memoir written by Frank Marryat and published in 1855. The book is a collection of Marryat's personal experiences and adventures during his travels in North America, particularly in the Rocky Mountains region, between 1843 and 1849.Marryat was a British soldier and explorer who became fascinated with the American West and spent several years exploring and documenting the region. His memoir provides a firsthand account of the people, places, and events he encountered during his travels, including encounters with Native American tribes, the fur trade, and the California Gold Rush.The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of Marryat's travels, such as his experiences with the Sioux and Blackfoot tribes, his journey through the Rocky Mountains, and his time in California during the Gold Rush. Throughout the book, Marryat provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, wildlife, and people he encountered, as well as his thoughts and reflections on the experiences.Overall, Mountains and Molehills is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the early exploration and settlement of the American West. It is also an engaging and entertaining read for anyone interested in adventure, travel, and history.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.
