Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
120
Language
English
Published
Feb 28, 2005
Publisher
University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN-10
080613674X
ISBN-13
9780806136745
Description
In this compelling account, Sergeant Charles Floyd offers a glimpse into the early days of American exploration. His journal details the remarkable journey of the Corps of Discovery as they traverse the uncharted territories of the American West in 1804. Through personal observations and vivid descriptions, Floyd captures the challenges and triumphs faced by the expedition, shedding light on the unyielding spirit of adventure that defined this historic mission.
The narrative is enriched by the insights of editors James J. Holmberg and Gary E. Moulton, who provide context and clarity to Floyd's experiences. Readers are drawn into a world of camaraderie, survival, and the awe-inspiring landscapes encountered along the way, igniting a sense of wonder about the vast frontier that lay before them. This journal not only serves as an important historical document but also as a testament to human resilience in the face of the unknown.
The narrative is enriched by the insights of editors James J. Holmberg and Gary E. Moulton, who provide context and clarity to Floyd's experiences. Readers are drawn into a world of camaraderie, survival, and the awe-inspiring landscapes encountered along the way, igniting a sense of wonder about the vast frontier that lay before them. This journal not only serves as an important historical document but also as a testament to human resilience in the face of the unknown.
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