Sketch of the Life and Character of Daniel Boone

by Peter Houston, Ted F. Belue (Editor)

Filled with vivid details of Boone's exploits in Kentucky, as well as precise descriptions of the dress, religion, and language of early Americana.

96 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 1997

Reviews

[Peter Bringe · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting little book with a personal account of Daniel Boone from a man who knew him.

There are several moving accounts, one being from the Battle of Blue Licks. Near the end of that episode Houston records, "'[Daniel speaking]...and here I am safe, thank God, but it is painful to think that my poor boy has fallen prey to the scalping knife.' And here the old pioneer wept bitterly."

[Mike Rumping · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent material and well researched.