
Written by Amy C. Rea
Part of the The Wild West series
Discover the daring riders and perils of the legendary Pony Express.
Venture into the wild frontier where the Pony Express riders braved treacherous terrain and relentless dangers to deliver mail across vast distances. Uncover the stories of these fearless couriers who risked everything for speed and communication. What challenges did they face, and how did they achieve such legendary status? Explore the thrilling history of this iconic mail service that changed the way America connected.
A need for speedy mail delivery from the East to the West led to one of the most famous mail services in history. The Pony Expresscovers the riders, dangers, and successes that led to the service’s fame. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, maps, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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