"Substances of a Journal during a Residence in the Red River Colony, British North America, and Frequent Excursions among the Tribes of North-West America, in the Years 1820, 1821, 1822, 1823" is an interesting account of the adventures and observations of the author, John West , during his travels in the North American region in the early years of the 19th century. The book describes encounters with Indian tribes, the daily life of the colonists, as well as the natural beauty and geography of the Northwest Territories. Thanks to the sincere descriptions of the author, the reader can be transported to the past and discover unknown aspects of the culture and life of Indians and European settlers.