Down the Great Unknown: John Wesley Powell's 1869 Journey of Discovery and Tragedy Through the Grand Canyon
Follows John Wesley Powell's 1869 expedition down the Colorado River, chronicling the dangers and discoveries of one of America's greatest explorations.
About This Book
This book recounts John Wesley Powell's 1869 expedition through the Grand Canyon along the Colorado River.
Edward Dolnick explores the challenges faced by Powell and his crew during their journey of discovery.
The narrative highlights both the scientific aims and the dangers of early exploration in the American West.
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