Over The Santa Fe Trail, 1857 (1905)

""Over The Santa Fe Trail, 1857"" is a historical book written by William Barclay Napton and published in 1905. The book recounts the author's journey along the Santa Fe Trail in 1857, when he was a young man of twenty-one. The Santa Fe Trail was a major trade route that connected Missouri to Santa Fe, New Mexico, and was used by traders, explorers, and settlers in the mid-19th century.Napton's account of his journey provides a detailed and vivid description of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encountered along the way. He describes the challenges of traveling through the rugged terrain of the Great Plains, the dangers posed by hostile Native American tribes, and the excitement of discovering new lands and meeting new people.The book is divided into chapters that cover different stages of the journey, from leaving Missouri to arriving in Santa Fe. Each chapter provides a unique perspective on the journey, and the reader gains a sense of the author's personal experiences and reflections.Overall, ""Over The Santa Fe Trail, 1857"" is a fascinating account of a young man's journey along one of the most important trade routes in American history. It provides a valuable insight into the challenges and rewards of traveling in the mid-19th century, and is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, travel, or adventure.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.