Jedediah Smith: Trader And Trail Breaker - Paperback

Jedediah Smith: Trader and Trail Breaker is a biography of one of the most famous American frontiersmen of the 19th century. Written by Maurice S. Sullivan, the book provides a comprehensive account of the life and adventures of Jedediah Smith, a fur trapper, explorer, and mountain man who helped open up the American West.The book begins by tracing Smith's early life in New York and his journey westward to St. Louis, where he became a fur trader with the Rocky Mountain Fur Company. From there, the author chronicles Smith's many expeditions into the wilderness, including his travels to the Pacific coast, his exploration of the Great Basin, and his discovery of the South Pass, a crucial gateway to the West.Throughout the book, Sullivan provides a vivid portrait of Smith's character and personality, describing him as a man of great courage, determination, and resourcefulness. He also highlights Smith's interactions with Native American tribes, including his efforts to establish peaceful relations with them, as well as his encounters with other famous mountain men of the era, such as Jim Bridger and Kit Carson.Jedediah Smith: Trader and Trail Breaker is a well-researched and engaging account of one of America's most legendary figures. It offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of the American West and the remarkable men and women who helped shape its history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.