The Louisiana Purchase begins this saga of the West. Primary sources include writings of Thomas Jefferson, Lewis & Clark, Sacajawea, David Crockett, Daniel Boone, Zebulon Pike and pioneer women. Scouts, trappers and traders, including John Colter, James P. Beckwourth, and John Jacob Astor are presented. Maps, drawings, bibliography, and Suggested Further Reading included.
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