To Red River and Beyond (Classic Reprint) Hardcover – February 3, 2018

Voyage into the Northwest frontier, full of vivid landscapes, grit, and survivor’s wit.This memoir follows a late 1800s expedition as a diverse group trades urban comforts for life on the prairie. From outfitting in St. Paul to a grueling Red River crossing, the journey blends travel writing, science, and a sailor’s humor with the real drama of frontier travel. Readers will feel the pull of vast skies, the pulse of the horse and cart, and the stubborn optimism that carries explorers through hardships and wonder alike.Journey from St. Paul to the Red River, meeting traders, ferrymen, and fellow travelers.Camp life on the prairies: food, weather, camaraderie, and the close call of a prairie fire.Close encounters with wildlife and rivers, plus practical travel details and observations of landscape.Humorous and humane episodes—mules, misadventures, and the kindness of strangers along the way.Ideal for readers who enjoy historical travelogues, survival tales, and vivid portraits of the North American frontier. Read more