Gregg's Commerce of the Prairies, 1831-1839, part 2

"Gregg's Commerce of the Prairies, 1831-1839, Part 2" by Josiah Gregg, offers a historical window into the life of an American trader navigating the landscapes of New Mexico and Northern Mexico in the 1830s. It paints a picture of the era through the eyes of someone who lived it, telling about everything from how people made money and what cultures existed to how Americans interacted with the indigenous people and the Mexican government. It shows the challenges of the time, like corruption in the courts and unfair treatment towards American traders, showing the bad feelings between people. Through stories and observations on everything from gambling habits to marriage traditions and religious beliefs, this book reveals a world full of promise that was marked by conflict.