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McConnel, John Ludlum
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McConnel, J. L. (John Ludlum)
Darley, Felix Octavius Carr
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Darley, F. O. C. (Felix Octavius Carr)
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Western Characters; or, Types of Border Life in the Western States
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"Western Characters; or, Types of Border Life in the Western States" by J. L. McConnel is a collection of sketches and character studies written in the mid-19th century. The work aims to depict the various types of individuals that emerged in the American West, focusing particularly on their roles and interactions in a rapidly changing society. The introduction sets the stage for exploring a range of characters, from the Indian to the schoolmaster, highlighting themes of civilization versus barbarism and the complexities of frontier life. The beginning of the text presents a thoughtful preface that outlines the author's intention to portray idealized representations of certain classes of individuals in the Western States rather than specific historical figures. McConnel discusses the inherent challenges of accurately depicting local character and warns against misconceptions that might arise from his sketches. The opening also emphasizes the significance of the Mississippi River as a powerful emblem of both historical and personal journeys, drawing parallels between its flow and the trajectory of human lives. In this introductory portion, the author lays the foundation for the exploration of frontiersmen and their relationships with both nature and one another, setting the tone for the rest of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Frontier and pioneer life -- Mississippi River Valley
Mississippi River Valley -- Social life and customs
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