Description:
This is a stated first edition (2000) of Pacific Destiny: The Three-Century Journey to the Oregon Country, written by the American writer Dale L Walker (1935-2015). The book chronicles the discovery, exploration, and settlement of America's Pacific Northwest, the area that was known in the first half of the nineteenth century as 'Oregon Country'. It tells the story of an expanding America, an America whose history would also include eccentrics, heroes, entrepreneurs and scoundrels.478 pages, including maps.
The dust jacket was torn and has been taped. There is some yellowing to the top 1/8" of the cover. There is a dogear at page 175, but it does not appear to have been read. The inside is perfect.
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