The Winning Of The Far West

By Robert McNutt McElroy

Book Overview

The Winning of the Far West is a historical book written by Robert McNutt McElroy. The book is an account of the expansion of the United States into the western frontier during the 19th century. The author covers various topics such as the fur trade, the Oregon Trail, the California gold rush, and the conflicts with Native American tribes. McElroy also explores the impact of the railroad and the Homestead Act on the settlement of the West. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed narrative of the events that shaped the American West. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, particularly the history of the western frontier. The Winning of the Far West was first published in 1917 and has since become a classic in American historical literature.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: 143255218X
• ISBN13: 9781432552183
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"