The Life and Times of Col. Daniel Boone, Hunter, Soldier, and Pioneer With Sketches of Simon Kenton, Lewis Wetzel, and Other Leaders in the Settlement of the West

Language: EnglishPublished: July 8, 2014

Subjects:

Boone, Daniel, 1734-1820 Juvenile literature Pioneers Kentucky Biography Frontier and pioneer life Kenton, Simon, 1755-1836 Wetzel, Lewis, 1763-1808

Bookshelves:

Children & Young Adult Reading Biographies - 1 History - American

Authors:

Ellis, Edward Sylvester
1840 - 1916

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In an era marked by westward expansion and the quest for new frontiers, "The Life and Times of Col. Daniel Boone, Hunter, Soldier, and Pioneer" by Edward S. Ellis offers a compelling portrait of one of America’s most legendary figures. This detailed account not only chronicles Boone's adventurous spirit but also delves into the lives of notable contemporaries like Simon Kenton and Lewis Wetzel, who played pivotal roles in the settlement of the West. Readers will discover Boone's relentless pursuit of freedom and survival, alongside the challenges posed by the wilderness and Native American tribes. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this document reveals the grit and determination that shaped a nation’s identity. Explore the legacy of unalienable rights and the spirit of pioneering in this captivating narrative.