Memoirs of My Life by John Charles Fremont is a two-part autobiographical account of the life and adventures of the famous American explorer and politician. Part 1, which is the focus of this description, covers the period of Fremont's life from 1842 to 1854, during which he undertook five expeditions of western exploration. Fremont's account of his travels is richly detailed and provides a unique insight into the challenges and dangers faced by explorers...