Westering Man: The Life of Joseph Walker
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Book Overview
Joseph Walker (1798-1876) had probably the longest and most distinguished career of any frontiersman in American history. This first biography of this great frontier hero is based on years of research and many previously unpublished and neglected sources. It gives a rousing and authoritative picture of Walker-his pioneering heritage, his many accomplishments, and his exceptional personality.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0689112416
ISBN13:9780689112416
Release Date:January 1983
Publisher:Atheneum Books
Length:339 Pages
Weight:1.65 lbs.
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Westering Man: The Life of Joseph Walker
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
A very interesting man and different than other mountain men. Well written. Read the book in two evenings. Because he settled in California there is plenty of information that supports this books writtings. He has family desendents living in Northern California.
FANTASTIC!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
This my my favorite book--period. If you love history and western american, and great biography, if you love cowboys, wideopen spaces and GREAT books, then this is IT.
Exploration, adventure and excitement
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
I really enjoyed this book a lot. A page turner! It is hard to believe someone could have done so much, seen so much, and accomplished so much in a lifetime. Totally amazing! Mountain man, explorer, trail blazer, and much, much more, from the early 1800's thru the 1870's. A true American icon. I would have given it five stars but, I didn't much care how others in the book such as Jed Smith, Jim Bridger, etc. were belittled by the author. We all have our heroes but cutting down others when it is not really necessary or deserving is, I believe, crude.
A lucky find at the library
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
I came across Westering Man while browsing at the library. It's one of the best books I've ever read. Mr. Gilbert unearthed the life of Joseph R. Walker and what he writes about him rings true. If you are an enthusiast for the American West - and not for the phony glory stuff but for the history of the exploration of The West - don't miss this book. Since it was published in 1983 I've wondered if others who have read it have further information to offer-up about Joseph R. Waker and if so if Mr. Gilbert will write another book. It's been two years since I read it, I've missed it and now I'd like to buy my own copy. It's a gem.
Westering Man: The Life of Joe Walker
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
This is one of the three best books I have ever read. If you love history or the American west you won't want to miss this. Absolutely fantastic, I've told several people about it and they all love it.
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