Stanford, CA: Stanford University Press, 1983. dj. Hardcover first edition - The first publication of the recently discovered diary of Bernard J. Reid, which describes his day to day difficulties and the trying hardships the first commercial wagon train to attempt to cross the plains on the Overland Trail. They advertised a swift journey of only 60 days for $200. This diary is the richest account of the Pioneer Line and one of the best gold rush diaries. Illustrated with photographs, maps. Editor's afterword and an extensive notes section, and bibliographical information on persons mentioned in the text. Map endpapers. 247 pp. ISBN: 0-8047-11925.