The Journals Of Lewis And Clark

The Journals of Lewis and Clark is a historical account of the famous expedition led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, which took place between 1804 and 1806. The book is a compilation of the journals kept by Lewis and Clark during their journey, documenting their experiences and observations as they traveled across the western United States.The expedition was commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson in order to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory and to find a water route to the Pacific Ocean. The team of explorers, which included soldiers, boatmen, and Native American guides, faced numerous challenges along the way, including harsh weather, difficult terrain, and encounters with hostile tribes.The Journals of Lewis and Clark provides an intimate and detailed look at the expedition, including the team's interactions with Native American tribes, their discoveries of new plant and animal species, and their struggles to survive in the wilderness. The book also includes maps and illustrations that help to bring the journey to life.Overall, The Journals of Lewis and Clark is an important historical document that provides a fascinating glimpse into one of the most significant expeditions in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, exploration, or the early days of the United States.A fine warm day. We met with a Frenchman, by the name of Jussome, whom we employ as an interpreter. This man has a wife and children in the village. Great numbers on both sides flocked down to the bank to view us as we passed. Captain Lewis, with the interpreter, walked down to the village below our camp. After delaying one hour, he returned and informed me the Indians had returned to their village.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.