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The Expedition of the Donner Party

The Expedition of the Donner Party

Houghton, Eliza P. Donner

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1432621149
ISBN13: 9781432621148
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 1 2005
Pages: 452
Weight: 1.83
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Expedition of the Donner Party is a historical book written by Eliza P. Donner Houghton. It chronicles the true story of the Donner Party, a group of pioneers who set out on a journey from Illinois to California in 1846. The book provides a detailed account of the hardships and struggles faced by the party, including harsh weather conditions, lack of food and supplies, and conflicts within the group.The book is based on the author's personal experience as a member of the Donner Party, and it includes firsthand accounts of the events that took place during the expedition. Houghton provides a vivid description of the journey, from the initial excitement and optimism of the pioneers to the desperation and tragedy that eventually befell them.The Expedition of the Donner Party is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in American history, the pioneer experience, or the human capacity for survival in the face of adversity. It offers a unique perspective on one of the most infamous events in American history and sheds light on the challenges faced by those who sought to settle the West.1911. Illustrated. A captivating account of the period when American civilization first crossed its mountain heights and entered its overland gateways written by the daughter of the Captain of the ill-fated Donner Party. She writes: And I, a child then, scarcely four years of age, was too young to do more than watch and suffer with other children the lesser privations of our snow-beleaguered camp; and with them survive, because the fathers and mothers hungered in order that the children might live.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.

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