Commerce of the Prairies the Journal of a Santa Fe Trader

Commerce of the Prairies : The Journal of a Santa Fe Trader by Josiah Gregg, Reprint Edition of the Original 1844 publication. cloth, illustrated. Published by Southwest Press, Dallas, 1933. Commerce of the Prairies: The Journal of a Santa Fe Trader is a historical book written by Josiah Gregg, an American trader and explorer who traveled extensively throughout the American Southwest and Mexico during the mid-19th century. The book is a detailed account of Gregg's experiences as a trader on the Santa Fe Trail, a major trade route that connected Missouri to Santa Fe, New Mexico.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a comprehensive overview of the Santa Fe Trail, including its history, geography, and the various Native American tribes that inhabited the region. The second part is a personal journal that chronicles Gregg's travels along the trail, detailing his encounters with traders, Native Americans, and various other people he met along the way.Throughout the book, Gregg provides valuable insights into the economic, social, and cultural aspects of life on the Santa Fe Trail. He describes the challenges and dangers of traveling through the rugged terrain of the Southwest, as well as the complex relationships between traders and Native Americans.Overall, Commerce of the Prairies is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique perspective on the early days of American expansion into the West. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American Southwest and the Santa Fe Trail 'very good, some cloth wear, edge rubbing, inscription inside, minor marks and spots".