Marcus Whitman And The Early Days Of Oregon

By William Augustus Mowry

Book Overview

""Marcus Whitman and the Early Days of Oregon"" is a historical non-fiction book written by William A. Mowry. The book tells the story of Marcus Whitman, a physician and missionary who played a key role in the early settlement of the Oregon Territory in the mid-19th century. The book covers Whitman's journey from New York to Oregon, his establishment of a mission among the Cayuse Indians, and his efforts to promote settlement in the region. It also delves into the conflicts that arose between the settlers and the Native American tribes, culminating in the tragic Whitman Massacre of 1847. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Mowry provides a vivid portrayal of the early days of Oregon and the complex interactions between different groups of people during this time. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the role of missionaries in shaping its development.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428650296
• ISBN13: 9781428650299
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"