Books on the Pony Express
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Pony Express Voyage of Discovery
by Anthony Godfrey, Roy Webb, 1999 $7.95 |
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| The legend of the Pony Express, a massive undertaking
to unite the two coasts of America in 1860, spawned
many half-truths and tall tales. Learn about the
valiant pony riders, the hard-working station keepers,
and the creative financiers - and the obstacles that
constantly threatened their success. | |
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The Traveler's Guide to the Pony Express Trail
by Joe Bensen, 1995 $12.95, Travel |
| Author and photographer Joe Bensen describes every
section of the trail from Missouri to California, and
detailed maps and photographs complement the narrative.
Eight pages of spectacular color photographs show the
dramatic scenery and fun things to do along the way.
Use The Traveler's Guide to the Pony Express Trail to
plan a thoroughly entertaining and educati | |
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Pony Express!
by Steven Kroll, Dan Andreasen (Illustrator), 1996 $16.95, Ages 9-12 |
| With a carefully researched, fast-paced narrative
and beautiful illustrations that capture the spirit of
the time of the California Gold Rush, this book brings
to life a fascinating part of American history. To put
modern mail service into an entirely new perspective,
a mini-museum of the Post Office--detailing pre-Pony
Express appears in the back of the book. | |
