One of the three main trails that served as the chief routes for western emigration in the United States. Easy to use whether you are in an armchair or an the book is divided into sections on history, maps, diaries, artists, and what to see along the Santa Fe Trail. Contemporary and historical photographs illustrate the presentation.
Yes, the photos could have been clearer and more relevant, and the organization and narrative improved, but I enjoyed this exploration of the history of the Santa Fe Trail. It is more a reference book than a historical narrative, but the timetable of events was helpful and the commentary under the then and now photos interesting. Skipped the diaries.