The Emigrant's Guide to Oregon and California

The Emigrant's Guide to Oregon and California

Author: Lansford Warren Hastings

Publisher: Applewood Books

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 157

ISBN-13: 1557092451

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Published in 1845, this guidebook for pioneers is a reproduction of one of the most collectible books about California and the Western movement. It was the guidebook used by the Donner Party on their fateful journey. In addition, because Hastings' shortcut route through the Rockies produced such tragedy, the War Department commissioned The Prairie Traveler.


The Emigrant's Guide to the Western States of America, Or, Backwoods and Prairies

The Emigrant's Guide to the Western States of America, Or, Backwoods and Prairies

Author: John Regan

Publisher: Palala Press

Published: 2015-08-31

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 9781340632793

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.


The Emigrant's Guide to the Western States of America, Or, Backwoods and Prairies

The Emigrant's Guide to the Western States of America, Or, Backwoods and Prairies

Author: Regan John

Publisher: Andesite Press

Published: 2015-08-09

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 9781296633011

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.


The Emigrants’ Guide to Oregon and California

The Emigrants’ Guide to Oregon and California

Author: Lansford Hastings

Publisher: Ravenio Books

Published:

Total Pages: 284

ISBN-13:

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Lansford Warren Hastings’ The Emigrants’ Guide to Oregon and California serves as a captivating window into mid-19th-century America. Published in 1845, this handbook beckons pioneers with vivid descriptions of the lush landscapes of California and Oregon. Hastings paints scenes of untamed beauty, enticing those seeking a fresh start in the rugged frontier. However, beneath the picturesque prose lies a hidden agenda: Hastings aspired to establish an independent Republic of California, positioning himself as its ruler. Despite his failed ambitions, this work remains essential reading for anyone intrigued by the forces that shaped the settling of the American West.


The Emigrant's Guide

The Emigrant's Guide

Author: John Regan

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2018-02-03

Total Pages: 418

ISBN-13: 9780267668571

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Excerpt from The Emigrant's Guide: To the Western States of America; Or, Backwoods and Prairies From the firm woof, not the ravelled edge, of Ameri can society, I have culled my pictures of Western manners, and they are taken from the life. The incidents of this work are true. Of course, I have availed myself of an author's privilege to dress them up in a suitable and readable form. While the painter adheres to nature, it is not forbidden to cast around his groupings the peculiar resources of his art. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


The Emigrants' Guide to California

The Emigrants' Guide to California

Author: Joseph E Ware

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781019699676

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

First published in 1849, The Emigrant's Guide to California offers a valuable firsthand account of what it was like to travel to and settle in California during the time of the Gold Rush. Joseph E. Ware's guidebook provides detailed descriptions of the routes, weather, geography, food, and accommodations that emigrants could expect to encounter on their journey. This facsimile edition includes a new introduction and annotations by editor William Bright. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.