(269) The First Chouteaus: River Barons Early St. Louis William E. Foley PB 2000 Click images to enlarge Description The First Chouteaus: River Barons of Early St. Louis by William E. Foley and C. David Rice This book is used but remains in very good condition (see pictures). For more than half a century, Auguste and Pierre Chouteau dominated trade and enterprise in the Mississippi Valley. In their various roles as merchants, Indian traders, bankers, land speculators, governmental advisors, public officials, and community leaders, the Chouteau brothers exerted a tremendous influence on westward expansion. This is the first full account of their lives and illustrious careers. Publisher: University of Illinois Press; 1st edition (July 20, 2000) Language: English Paperback: 241 pages ISBN-10: 0252068971 ISBN-13: 978-0252068973 Item Weight: 1.33 pounds Dimensions: 9.99 x 6.96 x 0.89 inches NOTES ON SHIPPING: I will always combine shipping for multiple purchases. Combined shipping invoice prices will be rounded down to the nearest dollar amount. I will never try to make money on shipping costs. Books will be shipped in either a solid cardboard box (made from re-purposed grocery store boxes) or well wrapped inside a bubble-wrap envelope. Larger soft cover books or magazines will be placed inside a plastic protector, and shipped with cardboard backing inside a reinforced mailing envelope. My packing methods will always protect the item from harm incurred during shipping. If you have any special requirements or concerns I will be happy to hear from you and ship according to your preferences so long as costs remain within the shipping price. Get images that make Supersized seem small.Showcase your items with Auctiva’s Listing Templates! THE simple solution for eBay sellers. Track Page Views WithAuctiva’s Counter