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Wilkie, Katharine Elliott
1904
Wilkie, Katharine E.
Daniel Boone
Taming the Wilds
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"Daniel Boone by Katharine Elliott Wilkie" is a biography written during the early 1960s. This book chronicles the life and adventures of Daniel Boone, one of America's most famous frontiersmen, exploring his journeys, trials, and relationships with Native American tribes during the early settlement of Kentucky. The narrative begins with Boone's childhood in Pennsylvania, highlighting his early fascination with the wilderness and the indigenous people. As a young man, Boone marries Rebecca Bryan and dreams of exploring Kentucky, which leads to his legendary expedition into the region. Throughout the book, Boone faces numerous challenges, including encounters with hostile Native Americans and the harsh realities of frontier life. His efforts to establish and protect the settlement of Boonesborough, along with his reputation as a skilled hunter and tracker, solidify his legacy as a pivotal figure in American history. Ultimately, the story paints a vibrant picture of Boone's adventurous spirit as he navigates the complexities of settlement and Westward expansion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 87.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Boone, Daniel, 1734-1820 -- Juvenile literature
Pioneers -- Kentucky -- Biography -- Juvenile literature
Frontier and pioneer life -- Kentucky -- Juvenile literature
Kentucky -- Biography -- Juvenile literature
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Children's Biography
Category: Biographies
Category: Adventure
Category: History - American
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