This is a good compendium of Willie and Martin Handcart and Hunt and Hodgett Wagon Company experiences for anyone wishing to steep themselves in the spirit and heroism of the sacrifices, sufferings, and triumphs of these legendary Western pioneers. Extensive entries from daily logs, journal excerpts, reminiscences, and memoirs provide a solid overview of the miracles and the misfortunes of these noble 1850 travelers and their rescuers.