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The West: An Illustrated History

Henry Steele Commager

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Examines the many strands that created the history and mythology of the American westward expansion. A variety of attractions--furs, gold, land, the railway boom--drew men wet; and different cultures--such as those of Catholic Mexico, the Mormons, the cattle barons and the Indians--clashed, prospered and declined...Illustrated with over 300 photographs and paintings, this book is a marvelous insight into the reality of a legendary epoch.

Language: English

Pages: 288

Format: Hardcover

Release: January 28, 1976

ISBN 13: 9780671068042

The West: An Illustrated History

Henry Steele Commager

0/5 ( ratings)

Examines the many strands that created the history and mythology of the American westward expansion. A variety of attractions--furs, gold, land, the railway boom--drew men wet; and different cultures--such as those of Catholic Mexico, the Mormons, the cattle barons and the Indians--clashed, prospered and declined...Illustrated with over 300 photographs and paintings, this book is a marvelous insight into the reality of a legendary epoch.

Language: English

Pages: 288

Format: Hardcover

Release: January 28, 1976

ISBN 13: 9780671068042

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