Dangers of the Trail in 1865: A Narrative of Actual Events by Charles E. Young
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| Author | Young, Charles E. (Charles Edward), 1846- |
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| Illustrator | Patterson, H. DeF. |
| LoC No. | 12018533 |
| Title | Dangers of the Trail in 1865: A Narrative of Actual Events |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Dangers of the Trail in 1865: A Narrative of Actual Events" by Charles E. Young is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative recounts the author's personal experiences and observations during a perilous journey across the plains to Denver, Colorado, in 1865, a time rife with the challenges of the American West, including encounters with outlaws and Native Americans. The book likely delves into themes of adventure, survival, and the harsh realities faced by those traveling westward during that period. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the backdrop of the narrative, starting with the influence of Horace Greeley’s advice to young men to "go West." The author reflects on his enthusiasm to venture into the unknown with his companions and the initial stages of their journey, which starts in Geneva, New York. Young describes their experiences at Niagara Falls, traveling through tumultuous areas such as Missouri, facing the dangers of outlaws, and the rough characters they meet along the way, such as Commanche Bill. The first chapter sets the stage for a vivid depiction of life on the trail, the friendships forged amid hardships, and the imminent dangers that lay ahead as they journey toward Denver, filled with both excitement and trepidation. (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 | Colorado -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27077 |
| Release Date | Oct 28, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 142 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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