Mountain Men and Fur Traders of the Far West-Eighteen Biographical Sketches [Paperback] Hafen, Leroy R. (ed.)

Description

1982 edition. Paperback cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-preserved 1982 reprint of LeRoy R. Hafen’s seminal work offers a captivating glimpse into the rugged lives of the mountain men and fur traders who explored the American West in the early 19th century. Hafen, a renowned historian and director of the Colorado Historical Society, meticulously compiled eighteen biographical sketches that vividly portray the daring adventures, hardships, and triumphs of these intrepid frontiersmen. From the legendary exploits of Jedediah Smith and William Sublette to the lesser-known tales of James Clyman and George Nidever, this volume transports readers to a bygone era when the untamed wilderness beckoned those seeking fortune and glory. Collectors and enthusiasts of Western Americana will appreciate Hafen’s meticulous research and engaging storytelling, which breathes life into these forgotten figures who played a pivotal role in mapping the American West and paving the way for future settlers. A must-have for anyone captivated by the rugged spirit and enduring legacy of the mountain men.