A Lady's Life In the Rocky Mountains

Isabella Bird's travel narrative details her adventurous 1873 journey through the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, conveyed through letters to her sister. As the first white woman to summit Longs Peak, she shares vivid accounts of her encounters, including her partnership with the enigmatic Rough Mountain Jim. The book captures her experiences across various landscapes, from Lake Tahoe to Cheyenne, highlighting the challenges and beauty of the American wilderness. Bird's unique perspective as a female traveler in the 19th century adds depth to her remarkable adventure.