Exploration Of The Colorado River Of The West And Its Tributaries

Exploration of the Colorado River of the West and Its Tributaries: Explored in 1869-72 is a book written by John Wesley Powell and published in 1875. The book is a detailed account of Powell's exploration of the Colorado River and its tributaries in the western United States between 1869 and 1872. The author describes the geography, geology, flora, and fauna of the region, as well as the Native American tribes he encountered along the way. The book includes maps and illustrations that help to illustrate Powell's journey and the natural wonders he encountered. Powell's exploration of the Colorado River was a significant achievement in the history of American exploration and this book provides a valuable record of his experiences and observations.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.