Way to the West And the Lives of Three Early Americans: Boone, Crocket and Carson

The Way to the West And the Lives of Three Early Americans: Boone, Crocket and Carson is a historical non-fiction book written by Emerson Hough. The book explores the lives and adventures of three legendary American pioneers: Daniel Boone, Davy Crockett, and Kit Carson. The book begins by tracing the early history of the American West, including the Louisiana Purchase and the Lewis and Clark Expedition. It then delves into the lives of the three pioneers, detailing their experiences as hunters, trappers, and explorers. The book also explores the impact that these three men had on the development of the American West, including their roles in the expansion of the fur trade, the settlement of new territories, and the conflicts between Native Americans and white settlers. Throughout the book, Hough provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures of the American West during the early 19th century. He also draws on primary sources, including journals and letters written by Boone, Crockett, and Carson, to provide a detailed and authentic portrayal of their lives and experiences. Overall, The Way to the West And the Lives of Three Early Americans: Boone, Crocket and Carson is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history, the American West, or the lives of these legendary pioneers.1903. Hough's literary career grew out of his taking camping trips and writing about them for publication. His body of work eventually included 27 novels and hundreds of short stories and articles. Hough's early works included The Singing Mouse Stories, for children, and the nonfiction The Story of the Cowboy. He had his first major success in 1902 with the novel The Mississippi Bubble, which became a bestseller. The Way to the West followed the next year. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.