Capt. Grant Marsh was one of the river pilots who navigated the shoals and rapids of the Missouri River. Captain Marsh watched Jackson�s sense of American Manifest Destiny unfold. He helped survey the upper reaches of the Missouri, he took his steamer to the shallows of little Bighorn to return battle-weary soldiers to their homes, and he watched as the region was transformed from a lonesome wilderness to a region of agriculture, commerce, and industry. In his presentation of the life of...

The novel is set during the American Indian Wars, specifically focusing on General Alfred Sully's campaigns against the Sioux in the Dakota Territory during the 1860s. The story likely follows the experiences of a young protagonist who accompanies General Sully on his expeditions, providing a vivid portrayal of the challenges and conflicts of the time.Themes in the book may include the clash between different cultures, the hardships of frontier life, and the complexities of military and ci...

"A great river and those who sailed it.This well known and highly regarded classic of the opening up of the American West concentrates on the great rivers of North America and the Missouri in particular. Focus is, of course, placed to the iconic paddle-steamers, their captains and crews, that plied its waters and that have become emblematic of river navigation in 19th century America. The scope of the narrative is significant. Events are described from the mid-1850s and through the ...

Spine Outcomes Measures and Instruments evaluates and summarizes more than 100 outcomes instruments for the spine and its associated diseases. The book addresses important questions such as:What outcomes are important to patients and clinicians?Which questions are used to build a specific outcomes instrument?How is a specific instrument scored?Is it completed by the clinician or the patient?Has the instrument u...

There's something about people in old photographs. Maybe it's their smile—or lack of a smile, maybe it's the look in their eyes, or maybe it's the way they're posed. If you look closely, you'll see the photograph shows much more than just people. It is a microcosm of the time the picture was taken, a depiction of their when. As our modern eyes stare into their historic eyes, something passes between us, not only from the picture to us, but from their time to our time. When the picture was ...

Immerse yourself in a captivating anthology of 167 poems, meticulously curated from the literary treasures of Walter De la Mare and other renowned poets. This unabridged collection transports you to a realm of imagination, where words dance and emotions soar. From the whimsical to the profound, each verse paints vivid pictures, evokes deep feelings, and invites you to explore the boundless depths of human experience. Prepare to be enchanted by the timeless beauty and enduring power of poet...