Edwards's Great West And Her Commercial Metropolis

Edwards's Great West And Her Commercial Metropolis: Embracing A General View Of The West, And A Complete History Of St. Louis (1860) is a historical book written by Edward Richard Edwards. The book provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the American West, including its history, geography, and economic development. The author also focuses on the city of St. Louis, which was a major commercial hub in the West during the mid-19th century.The book is divided into two main sections. The first section provides readers with a general overview of the American West, including its geography, climate, and natural resources. The author also discusses the history of the West, including the exploration and settlement of the region by Europeans and Americans. The section also covers the economic development of the West, including the growth of agriculture, mining, and transportation.The second section of the book is dedicated to the history of St. Louis. The author provides a detailed account of the city's founding and early history, including its role as a major trading post on the Mississippi River. He also discusses the city's economic development, including its growth as a center for manufacturing and commerce. The author also covers the social and cultural history of the city, including its role in the abolitionist movement and the Civil War.Overall, Edwards's Great West And Her Commercial Metropolis: Embracing A General View Of The West, And A Complete History Of St. Louis (1860) is an important historical work that provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the American West and the city of St. Louis during the mid-19th century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West or the development of St. Louis as a major commercial center.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.