Frederic Remington was an artist who masterfully depicted the Old American West. His work concentrated on the final quarter of the 19th century, capturing iconic images of cowboys, Native Americans, and the U.S. Cavalry. Remington's artistic vision portrayed the dynamism and raw beauty of this pivotal era in American history. Through his paintings, etchings, and sculptures, he left an indelible mark on the artistic representation of the Wild West.
The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, highlighting its cultural significance. As it is an older publication, readers may encounter imperfections like marks, notations, and flawed pages. The reprint aims to protect and promote the original literature while making it accessible in high-quality editions.
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On April 28, 1846, Francis Parkman left Saint Louis on his first expedition west. The Oregon Trail documents his adventures in the wilderness, sheds light on America's westward expansion, and celebrates the American spirit.
"Under the willows at the edge of the pool a young girl sat daydreaming, though the day was nearly done. All in the valley was wrapped in shadow, though the cliffs and turrets across the stream were resplendent in a radiance of slanting sunshine. Not a cloud tempered the fierce glare of the arching heavens or softened the sharp outline of neighboring peak or distant mountain chain...." Charles King was an American soldier and a distinguished writer. King served in the Army during the Indian Wars under George Crook but he was wounded in the arm and head during the Battle of Sunset Pass forcing his retirement from the regular army as a captain in 1879. During this time he became acquainted with Buffalo Bill Cody. King would later write scripts for several of Cody's silent films.
The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and marginalia. It aims to protect and promote cultural literature by providing an affordable, high-quality modern edition that remains true to the original text.