Written in 1912 by Julius Birge, The Awakening of the Desert describes an 1866 wagon train trip taken during "the bloody years on the plains." Recounting the risks of traveling the area surrounding the Oregon Trail, the author faithfully depicts the virgin environment, Native American tribes and abundant wildlife in words that now seem more timely than ever. From Red Cloud going on the warpath, to Mormon services where Brigham Young preached, to the legendary Buffalo Bill, Birge happened upon events, places and people whose significance was revealed with time. Late in his life, understanding...
Written in 1912 by Julius Birge, The Awakening of the Desert describes an 1866 wagon train trip taken during "the bloody years on the plains." Recount...
