The Life of Daniel Boone the Great Western Hunter and Pioneer - Cecil B Hartley - Bog

The Life of Daniel Boone the Great Western Hunter and Pioneer by Cecil B. Hartley is a biography of one of the most famous American frontiersmen, Daniel Boone. The book chronicles Boone's life from his birth in Pennsylvania in 1734 to his death in Missouri in 1820. The book covers Boone's early life as a farmer and his experiences as a young man fighting in the French and Indian War. It then follows his journey westward, where he established himself as a skilled hunter and trapper. Boone is credited with blazing the Wilderness Road through the Appalachian Mountains, which opened up the western frontier for settlement. The book also delves into Boone's personal life, including his marriage to Rebecca Bryan and their family life. It explores his relationships with Native Americans, particularly the Shawnee tribe, and his role in conflicts with them. Throughout the book, Hartley presents Boone as a heroic figure, a symbol of American frontier spirit and determination. The Life of Daniel Boone the Great Western Hunter and Pioneer is a comprehensive account of one of America's most iconic historical figures, offering insight into his life and legacy.1865. Comprising an account of his early history; his daring and remarkable career as the first settler of Kentucky; his thrilling adventures with the Indians and his wonderful skill, coolness and sagacity under all the hazardous and trying circumstances of Western border life. To which is added his autobiography complete as dictated by himself and show his own belief that he was an instrument ordained to settle the wilderness. The story of the celebrated hunter, Long Knife, who first blazed the wilderness trail through Indian country to Kentucky.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.