The Meek Cutoff: Tracing the Oregon Trail's Lost Wagon Train of 1845
"The Meek Cutoffis the first book to identify and retrace the emigrants' exact course. Author Brooks Greer Ragen accomplished this feat in 2006, walking the trail he had identified by using diaries and other first-hand accounts written by the emigrants, accompanied by a team of experts. One of this book's great strengths lies in its use of beautiful color photographs that illustrate each area the text described.  Highly recommended for all ages." -Paula Becker,HistoryLink, February 18, 2014"Brooks Geer Ragen's new book,The Meek Cutoff, retraces the path of a wagon train of Oregon pioneers, many of whom came to an unfortunate end. If you are a member of the 'rut rats' family -- enthusiasts who seek out traces of pioneer travel -- this book will be of interest." -John Saul,Seattle Times