Voyage aux montagnes Rocheuses by Pierre-Jean de Smet

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Author Smet, Pierre-Jean de, 1801-1873
Title Voyage aux montagnes Rocheuses
Chez les tribus indiennes du vaste territoire de l'Orégon dépendant des Etats-Unis d'Amérique
Note Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Voyage aux montagnes Rocheuses" by Pierre-Jean de Smet is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work describes the author's travels across the American West, particularly focusing on his interactions with various Native American tribes in the vast Oregon territory. The narrative presents an exploration of both geography and culture, illustrating not just the natural landscape but also the lifestyle and customs of the indigenous peoples he encounters. The opening of the book introduces the author, who recounts his lengthy journey from St. Louis to the Rocky Mountains. Starting on March 27, 1840, he travels upstream on the Missouri River with a diverse group of passengers, highlighting the bustling trade and emigration of the time. As he navigates through beautiful yet rugged landscapes, he notes his encounters with Native Americans, their living conditions, and their needs for religious guidance. The narrative paints a vivid picture of the author's challenges and observations, setting the stage for his deeper engagement with the tribes as he aims to establish a mission among them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Subject West (U.S.) -- Description and travel
Subject Indians of North America -- Missions
Subject Rocky Mountains
Subject Jesuits -- United States
Subject Salish Indians -- Missions
Subject Siksika Indians -- Missions
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EBook-No. 60711
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Most Recently Updated Jan 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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