Historical Note
M. O. Skarsten was professor emeritus at Pacific University in Forest
Grove, Oregon when he wrote
George Drouillard: Hunter and Interpreter for
Lewis and Clark. The book is the standard biography of Drouillard, a
hunter and interpreter, who played a primary role in the success of the Lewis
and Clark expedition. Following the Expedition, Drouillard became a partner in
the fur trade with Manuel Lisa. Drouillard was killed in 1810 while trapping on
the upper Missouri River.
Content Description
This collection includes: two sets of galley proofs with handwritten
editorial notes; one complete typescript; one prospectus; and one file of
materials for the books illustrations.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Access This collection has no restrictions and is open for research.
Restrictions on Use Permission to publish, exhibit, broadcast, or quote from materials in
the Watzek Library Archives & Special Collections requires written
permission of the Head of Archives & Special Collections.
Preferred Citation The Skarsten (M. O.) Publication Files for George Drouillard,
OLPb012SKA, Lewis & Clark College Aubrey Watzek Library Archives &
Special Collections, Portland, Oregon.
