Publisher's Synopsis
Travels Of The Source Of The Missouri River V1: And Across The American Continent To The Pacific Ocean (1815) is a book written by Meriwether Lewis, an American explorer, soldier, and politician. The book is a detailed account of Lewis's expedition to explore the western part of the United States, which began in 1804 and ended in 1806. The expedition was commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson, who wanted to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory and find a water route to the Pacific Ocean. The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes the expedition's journey from St. Louis to the source of the Missouri River in the Rocky Mountains. Lewis provides a detailed account of the landscapes, flora, and fauna of the region, as well as the interactions with Native American tribes they encountered along the way. The second part of the book describes the expedition's journey across the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. Lewis and his team faced many challenges, including harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and encounters with hostile Native American tribes. The book provides a vivid description of the landscapes, wildlife, and people of the region, as well as the challenges and triumphs of the expedition. Overall, Travels Of The Source Of The Missouri River V1: And Across The American Continent To The Pacific Ocean (1815) is an important historical document that provides a detailed account of one of the most significant expeditions in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the American West.In Three Volumes.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.
