Publisher's Synopsis
This is part of the "History Makers" series, which offers students insight into the lives and personalities of important figures who share a common vocation, cause or calling. The series spans ancient to modern times and represents areas of endeavour ranging from art and science to politics and popular culture. This volume profiles the lives and struggles of American pioneers Daniel Boone, Stephen Fuller Austin, Jedediah Smith, John Augustus Sutter, Narcissa Prentiss Whitman and John Charles Fremont.