Blazing the Way; Or, True Stories, Songs and Sketches of Puget Sound
Denny, Emily Inez, 1853-1918
Blazing the Way; Or, True Stories, Songs and Sketches of Puget Sound - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2012-04-01
Produced by Mark C. Orton, Pat McCoy, Bruce Jones and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Produced by Mark C. Orton, Pat McCoy, Bruce Jones and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
"Blazing the Way; Or, True Stories, Songs and Sketches of Puget Sound" by Emily Inez Denny is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the experiences of pioneers who settled in the Puget Sound region, offering a glimpse into their struggles and adventures as they navigated the wilderness. It illuminates the vital role these early settlers played in the development of the Pacific Northwest, presenting a narrative that combines personal stories, observations, and reflections on the pioneer spirit. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage by describing the arduous journey of settlers crossing the plains to reach Puget Sound in the mid-19th century. Through poetic imagery and firsthand accounts, Denny introduces key figures, including John Denny and Sarah Latimer Denny, highlighting the challenges they faced such as harsh weather, encounters with hostile Native Americans, and the emotional toll of leaving their past lives behind. The initial chapters lay a foundation for understanding the risks involved in pioneer life, while emphasizing the resilience and determination required to build a new community in a challenging and often unforgiving environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Oregon Territory -- History Indians of North America -- Northwestern States Washington (State) -- History
F850.5
Blazing the Way; Or, True Stories, Songs and Sketches of Puget Sound - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2012-04-01
Produced by Mark C. Orton, Pat McCoy, Bruce Jones and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Produced by Mark C. Orton, Pat McCoy, Bruce Jones and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
"Blazing the Way; Or, True Stories, Songs and Sketches of Puget Sound" by Emily Inez Denny is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the experiences of pioneers who settled in the Puget Sound region, offering a glimpse into their struggles and adventures as they navigated the wilderness. It illuminates the vital role these early settlers played in the development of the Pacific Northwest, presenting a narrative that combines personal stories, observations, and reflections on the pioneer spirit. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage by describing the arduous journey of settlers crossing the plains to reach Puget Sound in the mid-19th century. Through poetic imagery and firsthand accounts, Denny introduces key figures, including John Denny and Sarah Latimer Denny, highlighting the challenges they faced such as harsh weather, encounters with hostile Native Americans, and the emotional toll of leaving their past lives behind. The initial chapters lay a foundation for understanding the risks involved in pioneer life, while emphasizing the resilience and determination required to build a new community in a challenging and often unforgiving environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Oregon Territory -- History Indians of North America -- Northwestern States Washington (State) -- History
F850.5