The Prairie Traveler

A Hand-Book For Overland Expeditions

Autor*innen

• Randolph B. Marcy

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• 244 Seiten
• 9 Lesestunden

• Amerikanische Literatur
• Geschichte
• Karten & Reisen
• Reisen & Wandern
• Sachliteratur

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Offering practical advice for American pioneers heading west, this guide draws from the author's personal experiences. It covers essential topics such as selecting routes to California and Oregon, packing wagons, sourcing and purifying water, and repairing equipment. The book also addresses weathering storms, choosing horses, and avoiding dangers like quicksand. Additionally, it includes insights on interacting with Native Americans, understanding their habits, and effective hunting strategies, making it a comprehensive resource for a safe and successful journey.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2017
• Einband: Paperback