The Discovery, Settlement And Present State Of Kentucky to Which Is Added The Adventures Of Daniel Boon 1784

by John Filson

""The Discovery, Settlement And Present State Of Kentucky to Which Is Added The Adventures Of Daniel Boon 1784"" is a historical account of the state of Kentucky written by John Filson. The book covers the early exploration and settlement of Kentucky, including the Native American tribes that inhabited the area before colonization. Filson also provides detailed descriptions of the geography and natural resources of Kentucky, as well as the political and economic conditions of the state in the late 18th century. The book is particularly notable for its inclusion of the adventures of Daniel Boone, a legendary frontiersman who played a key role in the exploration and settlement of Kentucky. Boone's exploits in Kentucky are described in detail, including his encounters with Native Americans and his efforts to establish settlements in the region. Overall, ""The Discovery, Settlement And Present State Of Kentucky to Which Is Added The Adventures Of Daniel Boon 1784"" is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the early history of Kentucky and the American frontier.The Discovery, Settlement And Present State Of Kentucky to Which Is Added An Appendix Containing 1. The Adventures Of Daniel Boon 2. The Minutes Of The Piankashaw Council 3. An Account Of The Indian Nations Inhabiting Within The Limits Of The Thirteen United States.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.

Genres: History, Nonfiction, American History

128 pages, Paperback

First published February 28, 1973

About the author

1747?–1788

Reviews

[Lea · Rating 5 out of 5]

very cool, and available free on googlebooks
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[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

informative.