Crossing The Plains In '49 (1903)

By G. W. Thissell

Crossing The Plains In �������49 is a memoir written by G. W. Thissell in 1903. The book recounts the author's journey across the United States from Missouri to California during the California Gold Rush in 1849. Thissell was just a young man at the time, and he traveled with a group of other adventurous men seeking their fortunes in the gold fields.The book provides a detailed account of the challenges and hardships that Thissell and his companions faced on their journey. They had to navigate treacherous terrain, deal with harsh weather conditions, and fend off attacks from Native Americans. Along the way, they encountered a variety of colorful characters, including other gold seekers, traders, and even a few outlaws.Despite the difficulties they faced, Thissell and his companions persevered, and they eventually made it to California. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history, and it offers a firsthand account of the experiences of those who participated in the California Gold Rush.Overall, Crossing The Plains In �������49 is a compelling read that will appeal to anyone interested in American history, the Wild West, or the human spirit of adventure and perseverance.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116471970X
• ISBN13: 9781164719700
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"