Lone Elk. The Life Story Of Bill Williams; Trapper And Guide Of The Far West

CHAUNCEY PRATT WILLIAMS

Publication: John VanMale, Publisher, 1935 & 1936, Denver, 1935 &1936

First editions. Quarto. Two volumes, limited to 500 copies. Stiff Printed Wrappers, 50 pp. & 35 pp. Important early study of an interesting character in the early exploration of the West. Williams trapped with Jedediah Smith, Thomas Fitzpatrick, and other Ashley men, and also guided Fremont's disastrous 4th expedition. Prior to this work, very little was known about this man. This work has become quite scarce, especially in this condition. Fine copies.

Inventory Number: 52176