Only fans of historical accuracy will enjoy this boring trek across the country. If nothing else, Barbara Riefe will persuade modern Americans who romanticize about the Gold Rush days that if they were able to go back in time and somehow survive the elements and Indians, they would die from boredom. If nineteenth century cross country treks is your game, this reviewer suggests the reader purchase the Oregon Trail II computer game. For questions or comments about a review, please contact the person listed at the top of the review. Ed's Internet Book Review is copyright 1995-2001, Dr. Edwin V. Bell, II, all rights reserved.
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