The Oregon Territory, Its History and Discovery (eBook)

Unveiling the Untold Stories of Oregon's Frontier

Travers Twiss (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
300 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406615782-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Oregon Territory, Its History and Discovery," Travers Twiss offers a meticulous exploration of the multifaceted history surrounding the Oregon Territory, blending thorough research with a narrative style that emphasizes both the personal and collective narratives of exploration. Twiss deftly interweaves documented journeys, indigenous accounts, and political maneuvers that defined the region from its earliest discoveries through settlement. His engagement with both primary sources and contemporary scholarly debate situates this work within a broader literary tradition that values historical accuracy while underscoring the human experiences that shape territorial narratives. Travers Twiss, renowned for his expertise in the complexities of American territorial expansion, brings a wealth of knowledge to this work, reflecting his profound interest in history and advocacy for indigenous rights. His academic background, coupled with personal exploration of the American West, informs the depth of analysis and the empathy expressed towards its original inhabitants. This combination of scholarly rigor and personal investment renders his insights particularly poignant, allowing readers to grasp the intricate relationship between past and present. "The Oregon Territory, Its History and Discovery" is essential for anyone interested in American history, geography, or indigenous studies. Twiss's illuminating narrative provides not only an informative resource but also a thought-provoking examination of the consequences of discovery and settlement. Readers will emerge with a deeper understanding of the Oregon Territory's historical significance and its lasting implications.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 18.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Schlagworte: 19th century exploration • American West • Colonial exploration accounts • Description and travel • Discovery • expansionist American ideals • exploration • Foreign Relations • Frontier • frontier life narratives • geographical significance Oregon • Great Britain • historical research resource • History • Lewis and Clark • Manifest Destiny • Oregon • Oregon question • oregon territory • Oregon Territory settlement • pioneering American settlers • Pioneers • Scholarly historical analysis • settlers • United States • Western expansion history