The Oregon Trail

Francis Parkman's journal from 1846 offers a vivid, firsthand account of a remarkable journey through the Rocky Mountains, where he lived among the Dakota Sioux. Written by the young, Harvard-educated traveler, the journal reflects the spirit and perspectives of his era with lively detail and confidence. Frank Muller's engaging narration brings this historic record vividly to life, providing a compelling glimpse into 19th-century American exploration.