The Ashley-Smith Explorations And The Discovery Of A Central Route To The Pacific, 1822-1829 (1917)

by Jedediah Strong Smith, Harrison Clifford Dale, William Henry Ashley, et al.

Book Overview

The Ashley-Smith Explorations And The Discovery Of A Central Route To The Pacific, 1822-1829 is a historical book written by William Henry Ashley in 1917. The book details the explorations of Ashley and his partner, Jedediah Smith, as they attempted to find a central route to the Pacific Ocean in the early 19th century. The book provides a comprehensive account of the expeditions undertaken by Ashley and Smith between 1822 and 1829, including their encounters with Native American tribes, the challenges they faced navigating the rugged terrain of the American West, and their eventual discovery of a central route to the Pacific. Throughout the book, Ashley provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes and people encountered during the explorations, bringing to life the harsh realities of life on the frontier. He also provides insights into the motivations and personalities of himself and his fellow explorers, shedding light on the determination and courage required to undertake such a perilous journey.Overall, The Ashley-Smith Explorations And The Discovery Of A Central Route To The Pacific, 1822-1829 is a fascinating historical account of one of the most significant expeditions of the American West. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration, the American frontier, or the human spirit of adventure and discovery.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165801302
• ISBN13: 9781165801305
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"