west (u.s.)

Presents accounts of a young man's travels on the Oregon Trail and his sojourn with the Oglala Indians.

Explores the time in United States history when western territory was being explored, settled, and turned into states, including the impact this expansion had on native peoples.

Examines various aspects of the cattle drives that took place in Western North America during the nineteenth century.

Chronicles the history of the American West, starting with the first European explorations and ending with the beginning of the 20th century. Examines the impact of the white settlers on the lives of the Native Americans and the land. Also discusses the Gold Rush, the Civil War, the building of the transcontinental railroad, the battle of Little Bighorn, and the massacre at Wounded Knee.

A look at six Native American families in the Southwest and Northwest.

Al Murphy, sheriff of Turrett, New Mexico, could be walking into an ambush when he tries to track down a murderer.

Includes bibliographical references and index.