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100 1 _aFilson, John,
_d1747?-1788
245 1 4 _aThe Adventures of Col. Daniel Boon :
_bContaining a Narrative of the Wars of Kentucke
246 1 _aThe Adventures of Colonel Daniel Boon
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-02-05
508 _aProduced by John M. Krafft, and David Widger
520 _a"The Adventures of Col. Daniel Boon" by John Filson is a historical account written in the late 18th century. The book narrates the life and adventures of Daniel Boone, focusing on his significant role in the exploration and settlement of Kentucky during a tumultuous period marked by conflicts with Native American tribes. Boone's journey is framed against the backdrop of early American frontier life, emphasizing themes of perseverance, bravery, and the quest for land and opportunity. The narrative begins with Boone's departure from North Carolina to explore Kentucky, highlighting his encounters with native tribes, the challenges of survival in the wilderness, and his ongoing struggle to secure his family's safety amidst growing hostilities. Key events include his capture by Native Americans, his philosophical reflections on happiness and contentment in adversity, and the establishment of settlements like Boonsborough. Throughout the account, Boone recounts significant battles, the toll of violence on his family and friends, and his enduring hope for peace and prosperity in a land fraught with peril. By the end, Boone reflects on the sacrifices made for the settlement of Kentucky and his fervent desire for a future of tranquility and abundance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBoone, Daniel, 1734-1820
653 _aKentucky -- History -- To 1792
653 _aIndian captivities -- Kentucky
653 _aPioneers -- Kentucky -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/909
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