Description
1966 Volume 2 only. Map included in back of book. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This 1966 reprint of Volume 2 of Crofutt’s Grip-Sack Guide of Colorado is a fascinating time capsule of the American West in the late 19th century. George A. Crofutt’s guidebooks were essential reading for travelers and settlers seeking to explore the rugged frontier of Colorado in the decades after the Civil War. A true pioneer of the region, Crofutt’s detailed accounts offer a vivid portrait of the state’s burgeoning cities, natural wonders, and the challenges of frontier life.
This volume is a treasure trove for historians and collectors alike, providing a rare glimpse into the early development of Colorado’s mining towns, transportation routes, and the enduring allure of the Rocky Mountains. Crofutt’s witty and insightful observations, combined with the inclusion of a period map, make this a captivating resource for understanding the rapid changes transforming the American West during the Gilded Age. Despite its age and wear, this book remains a well-preserved artifact of an era when intrepid writers like Crofutt helped chart the course of western expansion.
