9781163816608 - The First Overland Mail von Pinkerton, Robert E (1 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Lantz, Paul (illustrator). Neuware - ''The First Overland Mail'' is a historical non-fiction book written by Robert E. Pinkerton. The book chronicles the journey of the first overland mail delivery from St. Joseph, Missouri, to San Francisco, California, in 1860. The author provides a detailed account of the challenges faced by the Pony Express riders, including harsh weather conditions, hostile Native American tribes, and treacherous terrain. Pinkerton also delves into the political and economic factors that led to the creation of the Pony Express and its eventual demise. The book includes photographs, maps, and illustrations that add depth and context to the narrative. Overall, ''The First Overland Mail'' is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history, the Wild West, or the development of mail delivery systems in the United States.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.