02376cam a22003253u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003701000130007804000110009104100170010205000110011910000530013024500490018326400510023230000470028333600260033033700260035633800360038250000310041850802090044952012080065853400450186665300420191165300370195385600430199099900170203353158UtSlPG20260610134227.0mcr n260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d a01015661 aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aF850.51 aBallou, Maturin M.q(Maturin Murray),d1820-189514aThe New Eldorado: A Summer Journey to Alaska 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2016 a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats atextbtxt2rdacontent acomputerbc2rdamedia aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier aRelease date is 2016-09-28 aProduced by Charlene Taylor, Bryan Ness, ellinora and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) a"The New Eldorado: A Summer Journey to Alaska" by Maturin M. Ballou is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the author's adventurous journey through America's western landscapes, particularly focusing on the allure of Alaska and the wonders of the natural world encountered along the way. Through vivid descriptions, Ballou invites readers to explore the breathtaking beauty and diverse elements of the American frontier, intertwining his observations of the land, local culture, and history. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for the author's travel experience, emphasizing the transition from a laborious journey through wilderness to a more accessible adventure thanks to the Northern Pacific Railroad. Ballou highlights significant locations such as Yellowstone Park, describing its unique geothermal features and awe-inspiring landscapes, while also touching upon the cultural aspects of the regions traversed. The author expresses a deep appreciation for the natural beauty and potential of the American West, captivating readers with his enthusiasm for exploration and the uncharted territories of Alaska. (This is an automatically generated summary.) nOriginal publication data not identified aWest (U.S.) -- Description and travel aAlaska -- Description and travel40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53158 c93992d93992