Describes the exploits of men who explored the American West during the early 1800s, including Lewis and Clark, John Colter, Joe Walker, and Thomas Nuttall.
A brief biography of the frontiersman whose many careers during a lifetime of ups and downs included Pony Express rider, Indian fighter, scout, and star of the Wild West Show.
Examines the reasons for the westward migration of the nineteenth century and chronicles the experiences of the men and women who traveled to the vast western areas of North America and established farms, ranches, towns, and cities.
Recreates the Fourth of July in 1836 in the fictional village of Prairietown, Indiana, to show how the holiday was celebrated in a typical frontier community.
Describes the geography, history, resources, cities, parklands, economic development, and people of the eight Rocky Mountain states. Also discusses the future of the region and includes a glossary of state facts.
A history of life on the river in the United States, particularly on the Mississippi, when rivermen, by their work, made possible exploration, settlement, and travel not otherwise possible.
Describes the life and activities of the trappers and fur traders in the Old West in the first half of the nineteenth century and recounts stories of such colorful individuals as Jim Bridger and John Colter.
