Publisher's Synopsis
Pikes Peak Or Bust And Historical Sketches Of The Wild West is a book written by John O'Byrne. It is a detailed account of the American West during the 19th century. The book covers the period from the California Gold Rush to the end of the Indian Wars. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the American West.The book starts with the California Gold Rush of 1849 and the subsequent rush to the Colorado gold fields. The author describes the hardships faced by the pioneers who traveled westward in search of gold. He also provides a detailed account of the mining towns that sprang up during this period.The book also covers the Indian Wars that took place during the 19th century. The author provides a detailed account of the conflicts between the Native American tribes and the US Army. He also describes the lives of the Native American tribes before and after the arrival of the European settlers.In addition to the historical accounts, the book also contains vivid descriptions of the landscape and wildlife of the American West. The author's love for the region is evident in his writing.Overall, Pikes Peak Or Bust And Historical Sketches Of The Wild West is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West. It provides a detailed account of the period and is written in an engaging style that keeps the reader hooked.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.
