Memoirs Of The Life And Travels Of John Ledyard: From His Journals And Correspondence (1828)

Memoirs of the Life and Travels of John Ledyard: From His Journals and Correspondence is a book written by Jared Sparks in 1828. It is a biography of John Ledyard, an American explorer who traveled extensively throughout the world during the late 18th century. The book is based on Ledyard's personal journals and correspondence, which provide a firsthand account of his adventures and experiences.The book begins with Ledyard's early life and education in Connecticut, and then follows his travels to Europe, Africa, and the Pacific Northwest. Ledyard's most famous expedition was his attempt to cross the entire continent of North America, from the Atlantic to the Pacific, by traveling through the uncharted wilderness of the American West. Although he was ultimately unsuccessful in this endeavor, Ledyard's writings and observations were influential in shaping the popular imagination of the American West.Throughout the book, Sparks provides historical context and background information to help readers understand the significance of Ledyard's travels. He also includes excerpts from Ledyard's journals and letters, which offer a glimpse into the explorer's thoughts and feelings about his adventures.Memoirs of the Life and Travels of John Ledyard is an important historical document that sheds light on the early years of American exploration and the spirit of adventure that drove many explorers to venture into unknown territories. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the early years of the United States.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.