02084cam a22003133u 4500 24243 UtSlPG 20260610133545.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 02001873 UtSlPG fr iso639-1 F721 Beaugrand, Honoré, 1849-1906 Six mois dans les Montagnes-Rocheuses Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-01-11 Produced by Rénald Lévesque "Six mois dans les Montagnes-Rocheuses" by Honoré Beaugrand is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. This work captures the author's experiences during an extended journey through the Rocky Mountains, specifically in Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico, shedding light on the landscapes, cultures, and history of the region. The text emphasizes the connection between the Canadian-French pioneers and the exploration of the American West, illustrating their adventures and contributions to the area. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Beaugrand's exploration, revealing that he undertook this journey primarily for health reasons amid the picturesque yet relatively unexplored territories of the Rockies. He conveys the challenging yet uncharted nature of the landscapes he traversed and notes the presence of Indigenous peoples and the encroaching influence of modern civilization. Through an informal yet informative style, Beaugrand intends to document his observations, blending historical anecdotes with personal encounters, while also highlighting the rich legacy of French-Canadian explorers in the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Rocky Mountains https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24243 65244 65244