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Selected Oregon Trail, Oregon History, and books about Pioneers, 3.
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The Oregon Story: 1850-2000
by Michael Arrieta-Walden (Editor), the Staff of the Oregonian,
Randy Rasmussen (Editor), Brian Harrah (Editor)
Outstanding
Reviewer: Todd Hawley from San Francisco Bay Area
Being a former Oregon resident and to this
day occasional Oregon visitor, I was fascinated by this book, which is a
history of the Beaver State, and one that is done quite well. From the
chronology of the state, to recording historic events, and sidebars about
influential people in its history, this book takes a wonderful look back
over the past 150 years.
Since the book was written by staff members of the Oregonian, it
reads like a "newspaper account" of the days leading from Oregon's
inception to the present. But what an entertaining account. From the early
days, through the "turn of the century, the roaring 20's, the Depression,
wartime, the fifties, turbulent 60s, up to the year 2000, all events are
well-documented.
I never knew for example that Tom McCall when he was governor in
1970 staged the only ever state-run rock concert. I only saw him years
later when I lived in Oregon and saw him deliver commentary on the evening
news. I knew of course about Vanport and its horrendous end. I also
remembered the bad flooding in 1996, having been in Portland the weekend
before it happened. And of course, who could ever forget Mt. St. Helens
erupting in 1980? These of course are just a few of the events that have
occured in Oregon's history
I mentioned sidebars about influential people. People like McCall,
Artie Wilson (a famous Pacific Coast League baseball player now living in
Portland), Beverly Cleary (who wrote the Henry books I loved as a kid),
Neil Goldschmitt, and the current Portland mayor Vera Katz, among others.
I have always loved the state of Oregon and its people, even if I'm
a dreaded "Californian." This book reinforces my love and admiration of
the state to the north of me.
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Oregon: Then & Now
by Benjamin A. Gifford, Steve Terrill, Thomas Robinson, John
Daniel
Fascinating!
Reviewer: A reader from Colton, OR United States
This is a beautiful book which will interest anyone researching Oregon history. The photographs are large and colorful and explained with great care. As a matter of fact, any history buff might enjoy looking through this book to see what time does to place.
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The Oregon Trail: Yesterday and Today
by William E. Hill
This
should be one of your books if interested in the trail.
Reviewer: A reader
My wife and I are planning to travel some of the trail this coming summer - I think this book will help us feel a part of the past as it not only shows great pictures, but tells the stories about these places as you follow it!
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Traveling the Oregon Trail, 2nd
by Julie Fanselow
A
GREAT TRAVEL GUIDE
Reviewer: Christina Leach from Michigan
My husband and I recently made a trip out west and used this book as our guide to follow the Oregon Trail. It was excellent! Her directions were right on the money and the book was easy to read and follow. She breaks the trip down to a day by day driving guide which was great so we knew how much time to plan. I would encourage visiting the 'out of way' options she offers. She also offers several driving options depending on your time allowance. A must have for an Oregon Trail trip!
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Daily Life in a Covered Wagon
by Paul Erickson
Family
Travel
Reviewer: A reader from USA
Follow the Larkin family on their journey from Indiana to Oregon in 1853 in search of a more prosperous life. This book uses actual pictures of objects from the past, many drawings,and diary writings. Their journey took almost 5 months, the family had to travel over 2,000 miles.Some of the 24 chapters include The Wagon, Indian Country, Children's Activities, Crossing A River, Stopping At A fort, Sickness and Death. A greatly detailed book with an abundance of color pictures on every page. Fantastic!!
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Talking on Paper: An Anthology of
Oregon Letters and Diaries
(Oregon Literature Series Vol 6)
by Shannon Applegate (Editor), Terence O'Donnell (Editor)
Editorial Reviews
From Book News, Inc.
The sixth (and final volume) in a series produced in association
with the Oregon Council of Teachers of English, and presumably intended as
a classroom resource--a starting point for further study of local history,
culture, and types of writing. Selections from letters and diaries from
both public and private citizens of Oregon are arranged geographically
(eastside & westside) and chronologically, with a brief introduction for
each part, and brief bios of the writers (many with photos). Annotation
copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or
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All Quiet on the Yamhill: The Civil
War in Oregon
by Royal A. Bensell, Gunter Barth (Editor)
Editorial Reviews
Book Description
This Civil War journal tells the story of a company of California
volunteers sent to Oregon to guard Indians. The editor provides an account
of Bensell's life as well as a history of army posts in the Oregon Coast
Range. Originally published in 1959.
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General History of Oregon
by Charles H. Carey
THE
book on Oregon and Northwest History
Reviewer: Denis Hijmans from Eugene, OR USA
I found this gem in a non-chain bookstore in Eugene. (The Book Mark) Having lived in Oregon for 20 years, I have always been interested in the history of why Oregon is so unique and such a wonderful place to live. This Book covers it all! From the Spanish and English ships of the 1500's to the late 1800's this book covers in very readable detail the who, what, where, when, how, and why things happened as they did. If you confine yourself to the adventures of Lewis and Clark for your Oregon history, you'll miss some of the best stories about how this area was developed and people who developed it. I highly recommend this great work to anyone who is serious about wanting to know the complete history of the region.
