The Journal of Captain John R. Bell: Official Journalist for the Stephen H. Long Expedition to the Rocky Mountains, 1820

This is a hardcover ex-library copy from the Boulder Public Library. The book is in good condition with a sturdy binding. Library markings are present, but there are no inscriptions or signatures. The dust jacket condition is unknown, and there are no major flaws noted on the cover.

The Journal of Captain John R. Bell, edited by Harlin M. Fuller and LeRoy R. Hafen, is a pivotal historical document detailing the 1820 Stephen H. Long Expedition to the Rocky Mountains. Published by The Arthur H. Clark Company in Glendale, California, this 1973 second printing offers a meticulously edited account of Captain Bell's experiences and observations. This edition is significant for historians and enthusiasts of early American exploration, providing a rare glimpse into the challenges and discoveries of the expedition. The book is an ex-library copy from Boulder Public Library, indicating its prior use in a public collection. The hardcover binding remains intact, though the dust jacket condition is unknown. This edition, while not a first, remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history of American exploration.