
DANIEL BOONE BACKWOODSMAN
ILLUSTRATIONS
I. THE AMERICAN BACKWOODSMAN
II. HARDY GOODFELLOW
III. THE YOUNG HUNTER
IV. THE DARING PIONEER
V. IN FAIR KENTUCKY
VI. HARDY’S FIRST INDIAN
VII. THE CAPTURE OF BOONE
VIII. THE HANNIBAL OF THE WEST
In the early days of the American colonies, civilization halted at the rugged Allegheny Mountains, beyond which lay endless forests, untamed trails, and a handful of modest back‑woods towns. These settlements—clustered log cabins, a general store, a tavern, and a modest school—were home to hardy folk who lived as hunters, farmers, and occasional fighters, carving a life from the wilderness while the world beyond the frontier raced ahead.
Amid this raw landscape a young Daniel Boone grows up, shaped by the hardships and freedoms of frontier life. From his earliest days in a modest settlement to his first daring forays beyond the familiar trails, Boone’s restless spirit and keen eye for opportunity drive him to explore the uncharted lands of Kentucky. His early adventures blend danger, discovery, and a deep love for the wild, offering a vivid portrait of a backwoodsman whose courage would help push the boundaries of a young nation.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (356K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Donald Cummings, from images made available by Google Books.
Release date
2017-08-03
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1860
An energetic early-20th-century writer whose books ranged from frontier lives to world travel and public affairs, with a knack for turning history into brisk narrative. His work often opens a window onto how readers of his era understood America, empire, and famous historical figures.
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