"To Spare No Pains": Zebulon Montgomery Pike and His 1806-1807 Southwest Expedition

About this book

The ramifications of Zebulon Montgomery Pike’s Southwestern expedition were, in every sense of the word, immense. This book contains unique views on Pike's 1806-1807 Southwest Expedition, the politics of the time, and the popular use of Pike and his legacy in cultural and commercial endeavors. Also included are Donald Jackson’s erudite article, “How Lost was Zebulon Pike?;” papers presented at the Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum’s Speakers Series; the entertaining interpretive script for a historical puppet program; and an enlightening introduction by historian, writer, and musician Mark L. Gardner. You can experience the 1906 Pike Centennial Commemoration events, as told by Edwin and Nancy Bathke, and Katie Davis Gardner’s article on the art inspired by Pikes Peak’s dominating presence.