Trail Tales

"Trail Tales" by James David Gillilan is a gathering of true stories and brief accounts that paints a picture of existence in the American West at the turn of the century. Spotlighting the lives of frontier ministers and other remarkable figures from the 1800s, it's weaving the tales of tough pioneers and Native Americans against the backdrop of the Northwestern U.S.. Themes of bravery, suffering, and belief are explored among the stunning scenery. Through the author's experiences as a minister for over three decades in states like Utah, Oregon, and Idaho, readers are transported back in time, seeing both the beauty of the landscape and the challenges people faced as they sought a new life on the Oregon Trail, as seen through the story about the Johnson family's trials. This collection intends to celebrate the unyielding spirit and uniqueness of those who shaped the West during that period.