02250cam a22003253u 4500 26965 UtSlPG 20260610133621.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Frost, John, 1800-1859 Heroes and Hunters of the West : Comprising Sketches and Adventures of Boone, Kenton, Brady, Logan, Whetzel, Fleehart, Hughes, Johnson, &c. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Published anonymously. John Frost is supposed author. Release date is 2008-10-19 Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Heroes and Hunters of the West" by John Frost is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work offers sketches and adventures of notable figures in the early American frontier, such as Daniel Boone, George Rogers Clarke, and Simon Kenton, detailing their exploits during the westward expansion and conflicts with Native Americans. The book aims to highlight the bravery and resilience of these figures, aiming to inspire admiration for their heroism. At the start of the narrative, Frost introduces Daniel Boone, emphasizing his pivotal role as a pioneer and leader on the frontier. The excerpt recounts Boone's initial forays into Kentucky, where he faced numerous adversities, including capture by Native Americans. It highlights his courage, resourcefulness, and determination, setting the tone for the stories that follow. The beginning lays the groundwork for understanding the challenges faced by early settlers and the heroic characteristics of legendary figures who shaped the history of the American West. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Indian captivities Frontier and pioneer life -- Ohio River Valley https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26965 67874 67874