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| 100 | 1 | _aGillilan, James David | |
| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aTrail Tales |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2009-10-24 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"Trail Tales" by James David Gillilan is a collection of sketches and anecdotes written in the early 20th century. This work presents a vivid portrayal of life in the American West, with particular focus on the experiences and stories of the mountain ministers and various characters from the 19th-century frontier, including indomitable pioneers and Native Americans. It explores themes of adventure, hardship, and faith intertwined with the natural beauty of the landscapes described. The opening of the collection introduces the author’s background as a minister who spent over thirty years in the Northwestern U.S., particularly in Utah, Oregon, and Idaho. It sets the stage for a journey through time, evoking a sense of nostalgia and reverence for the past. The introductory sections include poetic reflections on the beauty of the mountains and the trials faced by pioneers, illustrated through personal stories. There is an early depiction of the family of Mr. Johnson who embarks on the Oregon Trail, portraying the struggles and sorrow that accompany their quest for a new life. As they travel, the narrative emphasizes the themes of resilience and loss, particularly through the haunting moment when Mrs. Johnson succumbs to exhaustion on their journey. The author’s intentions to honor the tenacity and individuality of those who ventured into the unknown are palpable throughout this initial glimpse into the tales that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aNorthwestern States -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aFrontier and pioneer life -- Northwestern States | ||
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