Description: Building Your Great Collection; One Fine Book at a TimeThe Oregon Trail [Sketches of Prairie and Rocky-Mountain Life]Parkman; Francis (1823-1893) Philadelphia: The John C. Winston Company, 1931 Green cloth with a color paste-on of a wagon train and bordered with titles and decorations in gilt; 8vo; 9.25 inches tall; 388 pages; decorated endpages; top edge stained green; 16 Illustrations by William H. Jackson including a color frontispiece and 3 additional color plates. Notes by Mabel Dodge Holmes and an introduction by Howard R. Driggs. First Edition, Thus.The bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Moderate shelf handling wear with a faded spine and light rubs on the lower corners and spine tips. A previous owner's name stamp placed discreetly on the front paste-down Very Good / No Dust Jacket. Illustrations by William H. Jackson. Experience the enchantment of a stunningly illustrated edition showcasing the timeless tales of Western pioneering, originally published in 1849. A classic of American frontier literature, this work immerses readers in the spirit of adventure and resilience that defined the pioneering era.The author's keen observations and vivid graphic style capture the essence of a frontier on the brink of disappearing. Through detailed narratives, traverse the rugged terrains of mountains and prairies, encountering the enduring hardships of the journey. Rich portraits of both emigrants and the diverse wildlife of the West come to life, alongside vibrant depictions of Indian life and culture.Author InformationFrancis Parkman Jr. was an American historian, best known as author of The Oregon Trail: Sketches of Prairie and Rocky-Mountain Life. This work is still valued as historical sources and as literature. And Check out our other items! Member ofABAA [American Booksellers Antiquarian Association]FABA [Florida Antiquarian Booksellers Association]IOBA [International Online Booksellers Association]The Ephemera Society of America Terms GuaranteeWe tend to be conservative in our grading, but even the best booksellers make an occasional mistake. Our books, and ephemera are described using AB Bookman standards. Our Guarantee: All items will be received as advertised and in the condition described. Any item is returnable for any reason within 30 days of receipt (prior notice appreciated). If you have questions regarding our description of any item, we encourage you to contact us prior to buying. We are members of the ABAA (Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America) and the Independent Online Booksellers Association (IOBA), and we adhere to these associations' strict ethical guidelines and conditions of sale. ShippingStandard shipping is by USPS Media Mail. Delivery typically takes 4 - 8 days (and sometimes longer) depending upon destination.We are happy to upgrade shipping to Priority Mail or to arrange overseas shipping to most foreign countries. Please choose that at checkout.FeedbackWe leave feedback for buyers once they have posted feedback for us. If you are unhappy with any aspect of a transaction with us, please contact us immediately. Our priority is to make customers happy and to resolve problems as promptly as possible.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
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Author: Parkman; Francis (1823-1893
Illustrator: Illustrations by William H. Jackson
Publisher: The John C. Winston Company
Year Printed: 1931
Special Attributes: Illustrated
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Subject: Americana
