Travels in the Interior of America [Hardcover] John Bradbury

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Hardcover has some normal wear. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This early 19th century travel narrative by John Bradbury offers a fascinating window into the American frontier at a pivotal moment in history. Published in 1819, “Travels in the Interior of America” recounts Bradbury’s journey up the Missouri River in 1809-1811, just a few years after the Louisiana Purchase opened vast new territories to exploration and settlement. As one of the first detailed accounts of the region, Bradbury’s vivid descriptions of the landscape, flora, fauna, and Native American tribes he encountered have proven invaluable to historians and naturalists alike. His scientific observations, including the first published description of the Prairie Dog, reflect the Enlightenment ideals that motivated many early explorers and “seekers of knowledge.” This well-preserved copy captures the pioneering spirit of early America, when the West remained an untamed wilderness ripe for discovery. A true piece of Americana, it would be a distinguished addition to any collection of travel literature or Western Americana.