The North-West Passage by land Being the narrative of an expedition from the Atlantic to the Pacific, undertaken with the view of exploring a route across the continent to British Columbia through British territory, by one of the northern passes in the Rocky Mountains

"The North-West Passage by Land" by Viscount Milton and W. B. Cheadle is a mid-19th century story of an expedition across North America seeking a path to British Columbia through the Rocky Mountains. The book recounts their journey from Liverpool to Quebec where they meet diverse people and talk about Indigenous conflicts. From there, they continue their journey through places such as Niagara and St. Paul, Minnesota, as well as introduce the reader to Mr. Treemiss, all while facing challenges as they navigate the unfamiliar American environment and prepare for the trials of exploring the wilderness.