The Song of Hugh Glass

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Set in 1922, this collection of verse captures the adventures of trappers and traders exploring the vast wilderness in pursuit of furs. Through vivid storytelling, it chronicles their journeys from the British boundary to Mexico and across the Missouri to the Pacific. Notable poems include "Graybeard and Goldhair," "The Awakening," "The Crawl," "The Return of the Ghost," and "Jamie," each reflecting the rugged spirit and challenges faced by these early adventurers. Notes by Julius T. House enhance the narrative's historical context.