Tales of a Traveller Section 36 - Wolfert Webber; or, Golden Dreams, Part Three

The Adventures of Captain Bonneville Chapter 29

In which Captain Bonneville establishes his winter camp by the Portneuf amidst honest Bannack Indians and, undeterred by the cold and snow, sets forth on a perilous expedition through wild volcanic landscapes, river chasms, and encounters with the beguiling and squalid Root Digger tribe. Along the way, the narrative unfolds with vivid depictions of natural wonders and the simple yet ingenious ways of the natives, whose curious vanity is unfazed even by the most destitute conditions.

The Adventures of Captain Bonneville Chapter 28

In which Captain Bonneville explores a landscape marked by volcanic remnants and mysterious springs, partakes in a buffalo hunt with the Bannack Indians, and encounters their fierce yet convivial customs. He then journeys to unite with a band of free trappers among mountain valleys, observing the complex strategies and customs of Indigenous tribes at war.

The Adventures of Captain Bonneville Chapter 27

In which Captain Bonneville and his small party navigate cautiously through the perilous Wind River and Crow territories, outwitting prowling Indian bands and enduring the hardships of a hunted journey amidst the rugged mountains and valleys. Along their way, they encounter the light-hearted mischief of the Crow warriors, reunite with comrades after tense separations, and glimpse the uncertain fortunes that attend their frontier exploits.

The Adventures of Captain Bonneville Chapter 26

In which Captain Bonneville navigates a perilous descent through a wild and rugged mountain ravine, witnessing the industrious habits and architecture of beavers at their dammed ponds with an attentive and kindly eye. After observing the creatures’ labours and the cunning of their natural adversaries, he regains the plain and rendezvous at Green River, securing his caches with prudent care against marauding eyes.

The Adventures of Captain Bonneville Chapter 25

In which Captain Bonneville and his companions traverse the rugged terrain along the Popo Agie and into the formidable Wind River Mountains, encountering both curious white bears and the soothing presence of warm springs amid their arduous journey. The captain ascends a lofty peak to survey a breathtaking panorama of vast mountain chains, serene lakes, and wandering rivers, whilst reflecting upon the solitary, impoverished inhabitants of these remote heights, deemed the “wild men of the mountains.”