Astoria or Anecdotes of an Enterprise Beyond the Rocky Mountains - Washington Irving - Bog

Astoria or Anecdotes of an Enterprise Beyond the Rocky Mountains is a historical non-fiction book written by the celebrated American author, Washington Irving. The book is a detailed account of the founding and early days of the Astoria settlement, which was established by the American Fur Company in the Pacific Northwest in the early 19th century. The book begins with an introduction to the founders of the Astoria settlement, John Jacob Astor and his associates, who aimed to establish a fur trading post beyond the Rocky Mountains. The book then follows the journey of the expedition party led by Wilson Hunt, as they make their way through the treacherous terrain of the American West. The book describes the challenges faced by the expedition party, including harsh weather conditions, hostile Native American tribes, and treacherous river crossings. The book also provides a detailed account of the interactions between the expedition party and the Native American tribes they encountered, including the Chinook, Clatsop, and Nez Perce tribes. Astoria or Anecdotes of an Enterprise Beyond the Rocky Mountains provides a fascinating insight into the early days of American expansionism and the fur trade in the Pacific Northwest. It is a must-read for history buffs and anyone interested in the exploration of the American West.1836. Washington Irving was the first American literary artist to earn his living solely through his writings and is considered to be the Father of the American Short Story. In the course of his visits to Canada, Irving became acquainted with the principals of the great Northwest Fur Company. At the request of John Jacob Astor he agreed to give an account of the nature and extent of the enterprise, which is to be found in this volume. See other Irving titles available from Kessinger Publishing.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.