This fascinating travelogue takes readers on a journey through the northwestern United States, from the Pacific Ocean to the Rocky Mountains. Murphy provides a detailed description of the region's geography, climate, flora, and fauna, as well as its population and economic resources. He also offers insights into the region's history and cultural traditions. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the natural beauty and rich diversity of the American West. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.