In the Old West by George Frederick Augustus Ruxton

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Author Ruxton, George Frederick Augustus, 1820-1848
Editor Kephart, Horace, 1862-1931
LoC No. 15006234
Title In the Old West
Series Title Outing adventure library ; no. 1.
Credits Produced by David Widger from page images generously
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Summary "In the Old West" by George Frederick Augustus Ruxton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work provides an intimate exploration of the life of free trappers in the American West during the era of Kit Carson and the mountain men. It vividly captures the dangerous, adventurous lives of these rugged individuals who thrived in the untamed wilderness, emphasizing their independence and the perils they faced. At the start of the narrative, a band of trappers is introduced, camped near the headwaters of the Platte River as they prepare for winter. The characters engage in storytelling about their past adventures, reflecting on their encounters with various challenges, including skirmishes with Native Americans. The setting is rich with atmospheric descriptions of the changing seasons and the hardships of life in the mountains. The opening section establishes a sense of camaraderie among the trappers while foreshadowing the dangers they will encounter, as one hunter expresses concern over the presence of nearby Indian tribes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Subject West (U.S.) -- Description and travel
Subject Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.)
Subject Hunting -- United States
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EBook-No. 46328
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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