Irving McKee

The Trail of Death: Letters of Benjamin Marie Petit is a historical non-fiction book written by Irving McKee. The book is based on the letters written by Benjamin Marie Petit, a French Jesuit missionary, during his journey with the Potawatomi Indians on the Trail of Death in 1838. The Trail of Death was a forced relocation of the Potawatomi from their ancestral lands in Indiana to a reservation in Kansas. The journey was long and arduous, and many Potawatomi died due to harsh weather conditions, lack of food, and disease. The book provides a first-hand account of the Trail of Death through the eyes of Benjamin Marie Petit. The letters he wrote during the journey describe the suffering and hardships faced by the Potawatomi, as well as the kindness and generosity of some of the people they encountered along the way. The book also provides a historical context for the Trail of Death, including the political and social factors that led to the forced relocation of the Potawatomi. The Trail of Death: Letters of Benjamin Marie Petit is a powerful and moving account of a tragic event in American history. It provides a unique perspective on the Trail of Death and sheds light on the experiences of the Potawatomi people during this difficult time. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history, the history of the Midwest, or the history of the United States in the 19th century. This is a new release of the original 1941 edition. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Alonzo Delano's California Correspondence is a collection of letters written by Alonzo Delano during his travels in California in the mid-19th century. Delano was a journalist, humorist, and traveler who journeyed to California in search of gold in 1849. He eventually settled in the state and wrote extensively about his experiences there. The letters in this collection provide a firsthand account of life in California during the Gold Rush era, including descriptions of the landscape, the people, and the challenges of living in a new and rapidly changing society. Delano's writing is witty and engaging, and he offers insights into the social and cultural dynamics of the time. This book is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of California and the American West. It provides a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in American history and offers a glimpse into the life of a colorful and fascinating character. Additional Illustrator Is Harry O. Diamond. Additional Contributors Are Michael Harrington And Marion Tinling. Being Letters Hitherto Uncollected From The Ottawa, Illinois, Free Trader And The New Orleans True Delta, 1849-1852. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.