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100 1 _aBechdolt, Frederick R.
_q(Frederick Ritchie),
_d1874-1950
245 1 0 _aWhen the West was young
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-08-15
505 0 _aHow Death Valley was named -- Joaquin Murieta -- Tombstone -- Tombstone's wild oats -- The show-down -- The passing of John Ringo -- John Slaughter's way -- Cochise -- One against many -- The overland mail -- Boot-Hill.
508 _aProduced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"When the West Was Young" by Frederick R. Bechdolt is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives and deeds of various figures and events in the American West during its formative years, capturing the spirit of the frontier era. The narrative seems to focus on compelling stories about pioneers, outlaws, and the rugged landscape that shaped their destinies. The opening of the book introduces the reader to a reflective moment in a small mining town near the Arizona border, where a sheriff and an old-timer named "Mac" recount thrilling tales of survival and heroism from the untamed West. Mac's reminiscences paint a vivid picture of encounters with Apaches, bandits, and the stark realities of frontier life. The narrative sets the stage for the story about the naming of Death Valley, revealing the determination and fortitude of the emigrants who navigated this unforgiving landscape in their pursuit of opportunity and adventure. The essence of the pioneering spirit is captured as people confront nature’s challenges, reminding readers of the profound struggles and victories of those who endeavored to carve out a life in the wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWest (U.S.) -- History
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29692
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