9781331611936 - Overland for Gold (Classic Reprint) de Cheley, Frank H. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is an adventurous memoir of a family, chronicling their arduous journey from Missouri to Colorado in search of gold during the infamous Pikes Peak Gold Rush of 1859. The author, a young boy at the time, vividly recounts the challenges and dangers the travelers faced along the way, ranging from extreme weather to treacherous terrain and hostile Native Americans. The memoir goes beyond the surface of adventure, though, delving into the complex characters involved, particularly the author's enigmatic and manipulative uncle, whose personal motivations significantly impact the group's progress. Ultimately, this book serves as a captivating historical document of the era, providing a firsthand account of the rugged determination, resilience, and community that defined those who sought their fortune in the untamed American West. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.