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Bronson, Edgar Beecher
1856
1917
The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier
Loving's bend -- A cow-hunters' court -- A self-constituted executioner -- Triggerfingeritis -- A juggler with death -- An aerial bivouac -- The evolution of a train robber -- Circus day at Mancos -- Across the border -- The three-legged doe and the blind buck -- The Lemon County hunt -- El Tigre -- Bunkered -- They who must be obeyed -- Djama Aout's heroism -- A modern Coeur-de-lion.
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"The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier" by Edgar Beecher Bronson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative chronicles the lives and adventures of Texas pioneers and cow-hunters, highlighting figures such as Joe Loving and Clay Allison, who became iconic for their bravery in the dangerous and often lawless environment of the American frontier. The book emphasizes the rugged lifestyle of these individuals, their struggles against both natural obstacles and hostile natives, and the camaraderie that developed among those who worked the land. The opening of the book introduces readers to Joe Loving, a pioneer cow-hunter famed for his audacious cattle drives across the treacherous Llano Estacado. Through vivid descriptions, Bronson depicts the challenges of navigating the dry plains while managing herds of cattle and the ever-present threats from Comanche warriors. It illustrates the determination and daring of Loving and his companions as they embark on lengthy drives to find new markets for their cattle in the north, capturing the essence of frontier life filled with adventure, peril, and the indomitable spirit of the heroes of this time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.)
West (U.S.) -- Social life and customs
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