Description

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, detailing their experiences as they explored the newly acquired Louisiana Territory, charted the course of the Missouri River, and crossed the Rocky Mountains to reach the Pacific Ocean.The journals provide a detailed and vivid account of the daily challenges and triumphs of the expedition, including encounters with Native American tribes, wildlife, and harsh weather conditions. The book also includes maps, drawings, and scientific observations made by the members of the expedition.The Journals of Lewis and Clark is considered an important historical document, providing a firsthand account of one of the most significant explorations in American history. It offers a glimpse into the challenges and opportunities faced by the explorers, as well as the cultural and natural landscape of the American West during the early 19th century.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.