Title: The course of empire
First published: 1952
Description: From the 16th century through the year 1805, De Voto tells the story of American westward expansion, emphasizing that not only the promise of material gains but also the satisfactions of conquering a wilderness spurred on the indomitable explorers and pioneers.
Subjects: Description and travel, Indians of North America, Imperialism, Discoverers and explorers, Territorial expansion, Discovery and exploration, History, Découverte et exploration, Indiens d'Amérique, Kolonisatie, Discoveries in geography, Histoire, Expansion territoriale, Frontier and pioneer life, United states, territorial expansion, United states, description and travel, America, discovery and exploration
Places: United States, North America, America