Isabella Lucy Bishop (née Bird; 15 October 1831 – 7 October 1904) was an English explorer, writer, photographer and naturalist. Alongside fellow Englishwoman Fanny Jane Butler, she founded the John Bishop Memorial Hospital in Srinagar in modern-day Kashmir. She was also the first woman to be elected as a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society.
A lady's life in the Rocky Mountains
A lady's life in the Rocky Mountains
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Isabella L. Bird recounts her extraordinary journey through the untamed American Rocky Mountains in the late 19th century. This memoir captures her experiences as a lone woman navigating rugged landscapes, encountering diverse characters, and observing the frontier life. Her vivid letters detail the challenges and wonders of her travels, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal period in American history.
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A Lady's Life in the Rocky MountainsHardcover, May
206 pages
Pinnacle PressISBN: 97813749311455 editions available
