This book offers a personal account of a trapper's experiences in the wild Rocky Mountains. It's not a classical or scientific guide, but rather a narrative filled with the author's adventures and insights gained through direct experience in nature. Readers are encouraged to embrace the author's imperfections.
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Being a General Description of the Country, Climate, Rivers, Lakes, Mountains, and a View of the Life Led by a Hunter in Those Regions
Focusing on the experiences of a hunter in the Rocky Mountains, this antiquarian volume offers a vivid account of the region's geography, climate, and wildlife. It details various expeditions, including encounters with notable figures and the challenges faced by trappers. The narrative is both informative and engaging, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts of wilderness life and historical exploration. Enhanced with a new biography of the author, this work is a significant addition for collectors of classic literature.
Or, Nine Years In The Rocky Mountains, 1834-1843; Being A General Description Of The Country Climate, Rivers, Lakes, Mountains, Etc. And A View Of The Life Led By A Hunter In Those Regions
Valued by scholars for its literary significance, this book serves as an essential part of the knowledge base for future generations. Presented in its original print format, it retains all marks and annotations to preserve its authenticity and true nature, ensuring that it remains a vital resource in the literary canon.
Osborne Russell's account details his nine-year journey in the Rocky Mountains, beginning in 1834 as part of Nathaniel J. Wyeth's expedition. Immersed in the salmon and fur trade, Russell shares his experiences of hunting, trapping, and living off the land, showcasing his transformation into a skilled mountain veteran. His journal offers a vivid portrayal of life in the wilderness, highlighting the challenges and adventures faced during this pivotal era of exploration and trade.
Neun Jahre in den Rocky Mountains, 1834-1843
Die Aufzeichnungen Osborne Russells (1814-1892) sind eine der wenigen authentischen, unverklärten Berichte aus erster Hand über die Ära der Mountain Men zwischen 1834 und 1842. Es sind die Beschreibungen eines einfachen Jägers, der seinen Lebensunterhalt bestreiten musste. Sein Jagdrevier waren die Rocky Mountains entlang der Flüsse Yellowstone, Snake und Sweetwater. Er gehörte zeitweise zur Trapperbrigade von Jim Bridger und Lucien Fontenelle, verkehrte mit Joe Meek, nahm an mehreren Trapper-Rendezvous teil, stellte Biberfallen auf, jagte Büffel, streifte durch unwegsames Gelände, begegnete wilden Tieren und erlebte hautnah Konfrontationen mit Indianer wie den Blackfeet und Crow. Nebenbei führte Russell ein Tagebuch, das die Grundlage des Vorliegenden bildet. Seine Beschreibungen der Naturwunder des späteren Yellowstone Nationalparks gehören dabei zu den ersten schriftlichen Augenzeugenberichten. Geschrieben in einem sehr persönlichen, einfachen, unliterarischen und unspektakulären Stil, ist das Journal reich an Details über den Alltag eines Pelztierjägers, als der Handel mit Fellen auf seinem Höhepunkt war.