9781528403085 - historic resource study, pony express national historic trail (classic reprint) von godfrey, anthony (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating story of the Pony Express, a mail delivery service that captured the imagination of the American public in the 19th century. The author delves into the historical context of the Pony Express, examining the development of mail service across the American West before its creation. He explores the motivations and challenges faced by the Pony Express founders, William H. Russell, Alexander Majors, and William B. Waddell, as they attempted to establish a reliable and efficient means of communication between the East Coast and California. The book details the Pony Express's daily operations, including the roles of riders and station keepers, and explores the challenges they faced, from extreme weather and treacherous terrain to encounters with Native American tribes. The author also provides a comprehensive account of the Pony Express's demise, highlighting the factors that contributed to its short-lived existence. Ultimately, this book offers a detailed and engaging account of the Pony Express, uncovering the complexities and realities behind this iconic moment in American history, dispelling some of the myths that have grown around it. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…