Publisher's Synopsis
The Coming Of The White Women, 1836: As Told In Letters And Journal Of Narcissa Prentiss Whitman is a historical book that recounts the experiences of Narcissa Prentiss Whitman, a young American woman who traveled to Oregon in the 19th century as a missionary. The book is a collection of her letters and journal entries, which describe her journey from New York to Oregon, her encounters with Native Americans, and her efforts to establish a mission among them.The book provides a vivid and detailed account of the challenges and hardships that Narcissa and her husband, Marcus Whitman, faced as they tried to adapt to life in the Pacific Northwest. It also offers a unique perspective on the cultural clashes between the white settlers and the Native American tribes that were living in the region at the time.Through her letters and journal entries, Narcissa Whitman reveals her deep religious faith and her commitment to spreading Christianity among the Native Americans. She also expresses her love for her husband and her dedication to their shared mission.Overall, The Coming Of The White Women, 1836: As Told In Letters And Journal Of Narcissa Prentiss Whitman is a fascinating and informative book that provides a valuable glimpse into the history of the American West and the experiences of the early settlers who traveled there.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
