The First White Man Of The West Or The Life And Exploits Of Colonel Dan'l Boon, The First Settler Of Kentucky

by Timothy Flint

""The First White Man of the West"" is a biography of Colonel Daniel Boone, the legendary frontiersman who was the first to explore and settle the wilderness of Kentucky. Written by Timothy Flint, a 19th-century American author and historian, this book chronicles Boone's life and adventures, from his early years in Pennsylvania to his later exploits in Kentucky and beyond. The narrative follows Boone's travels, his encounters with Native American tribes, his battles with British and Spanish forces, and his role in the founding of Kentucky as a state. Along the way, readers learn about Boone's character, his strengths and weaknesses, and his enduring legacy as a symbol of American pioneering spirit. This book is a fascinating account of one of America's most iconic figures and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West.Interspersed With Incidents In The Early Annals Of The Century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Genres: History

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1856

About the author

(1780-1840), American clergyman and writer

Reviews

[Keith Douglass · Rating 5 out of 5]

I purchased an 1853 Edition of this book at a book sale, probably 20 years ago. A few years ago I found the time to read it. I found the descriptions amazing and the story equally excellent. Authors do not write this type of prose any more.