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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 cover

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

The narrative traces the subject's life from childhood in wooded frontiers, where early hunting and woodcraft shaped his skills and character, through family life and repeated westward excursions that led to the founding of frontier settlements. It recounts captures, rescues, border skirmishes and military service during the Revolutionary era, alongside sieges, personal losses and years of hardship. Interwoven sketches of fellow frontiersmen, detailed descriptions of wilderness travel and settlement work, and reflections on perseverance and practical ingenuity convey the challenges and rhythms of pioneer life on the expanding American frontier.

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The narrative traces the subject's life from childhood in wooded frontiers, where early hunting and woodcraft shaped his skills and character, through family life and repeated westward excursions that led to the founding of frontier settlements. It recounts captures, rescues, border skirmishes and military service during the Revolutionary era, alongside sieges, personal losses and years of hardship. Interwoven sketches of fellow frontiersmen, detailed descriptions of wilderness travel and settlement work, and reflections on perseverance and practical ingenuity convey the challenges and rhythms of pioneer life on the expanding American frontier.

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Ellis, Edward Sylvester portrait

Edward Sylvester Ellis

Edward Sylvester Ellis was an American author known for his prolific contributions to juvenile literature in the late 19th century. He wrote adventure stories that captivated young readers, often set against the backdrop of the American frontier and wilderness. His notable works include "A Waif of the Mountains" and "Adrift in the Wilds; Or, The Adventures of Two Shipwrecked Boys," which reflect themes of survival and exploration. Ellis's writing is characterized by its engaging narratives and moral lessons, making him a significant figure in the genre of boys' adventure fiction during his time.

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