"James's Account of S. H. Long's Expedition, 1819-1820, Part 3" by Edwin James et al. is a captivating chronicle of an early 19th-century expedition through the American West, led by S. H. Long, where explorers document the uncharted landscape, observe native cultures, and pursue scientific discoveries. This volume opens with Dr. James's determined ascent of a formidable mountain, accompanied by a team facing harsh weather and treacherous terrain of unstable rocks, all while meticulously gathering scientific data on the region's geography, plants, and animals. The narrative vividly depicts the team's day-to-day fight for survival and their wondrous findings, from distinct mineral springs to colorful alpine plant life. The team relied on their preparedness and tenacity to navigate the untamed wilderness, highlighting the incredible resilience required for such a pioneering journey.
James's Account of S. H. Long's Expedition, 1819-1820, part 3
By Edwin James
In the early American West, a team of explorers risks life and limb to ascend a towering peak, documenting the unknown splendors and surmounting the unforgiving challenges of a wild frontier.
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About the AuthorEdwin P. James, a 19th-century American botanist, geologist, linguist, and medical practitioner, was an important figure in the early exploration of the American West. James was also known for his time spent creating relationships with Native Americans in the United States, and also aiding African Americans to escape slavery.
Edwin P. James, a 19th-century American botanist, geologist, linguist, and medical practitioner, was an important figure in the early exploration of the American West. James was also known for his time spent creating relationships with Native Americans in the United States, and also aiding African Americans to escape slavery.
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