What I Saw in California

"What I Saw in California" is Edwin Bryant's firsthand account of his journey across the American continent in 1846-1847. Traveling the emigrant route via South Pass of the Rocky Mountains, Bryant vividly describes the landscapes, challenges, and encounters of his trek through the Great Desert Basin to California. This journal offers invaluable insights into the realities of westward expansion during a pivotal period in American history. His observations provide a rich, detailed picture of the people, places, and events that shaped the early American West, making this a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of California and the broader westward movement.

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