Fort Phil Kearny: An American Saga

The hardcover is in good condition with a dust jacket that exhibits noticeable wear and minor edge wear. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or library markings. This copy is a well-preserved example of the first Bison Book edition.

"Fort Phil Kearny: An American Saga" by Dee Brown, published by Bison Book in February 1971, presents a detailed exploration of the historical significance of Fort Phil Kearny during the American Westward expansion. This hardcover edition is the first Bison Book printing, reproduced from the original 1962 edition by G.P. Putnam's Sons. Dee Brown, a renowned historian, offers a comprehensive narrative of the military and cultural dynamics surrounding the fort. This edition is particularly notable for its inclusion of maps and illustrations that enrich the text. The book remains a valuable resource for enthusiasts of American military history and the Western frontier. The dust jacket shows signs of wear, with minor edge wear, but remains intact, adding to the book's vintage appeal.