Daniel Boone: The Pioneer of Kentucky by John S. C. Abbott
"Daniel Boone: The Pioneer of Kentucky" by John S. C. Abbott is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the life and adventures of Daniel Boone, a renowned American frontiersman and explorer. It delves into the early settlement of America, notable historical events, and Boone's role in the westward expansion into Kentucky, highlighting both the challenges he faced and the man he was. The opening of thebook sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of both the broader history of America and the personal journey of Boone. It introduces Boone as a complex character, diverging from the rough stereotype of the backwoodsman to reveal a man of gentleness and courage. Abbott begins with a narrative of Columbus's discovery of the New World, then transitions to the broader history, leading to the eventual emergence of Boone as a central figure in the American frontier. The text paints a vivid picture of early American life and the challenges of pioneer existence, ultimately establishing Boone as not just a legendary hunter but also a leader in vital historical changes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805-1877 |
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| LoC No. | 04019510 |
| Title | Daniel Boone: The Pioneer of Kentucky |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by D. Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F396: United States local history: Old Southwest. Lower Mississippi Valley |
| Subject | Boone, Daniel, 1734-1820 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23798 |
| Release Date | Dec 10, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 243 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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