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Author Peters, De Witt C. (De Witt Clinton), -1876
Title The Life and Adventures of Kit Carson, the Nestor of the Rocky Mountains, from Facts Narrated by Himself
Credits E-text prepared by Alicia Williams, William Flis, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Life and Adventures of Kit Carson, the Nestor of the Rocky Mountains" by De Witt C. Peters, M.D. is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the life of the renowned frontiersman Christopher "Kit" Carson, detailing his early life, adventures as a trapper, and significant contributions as a guide and military officer in the American West. It offers an intimate portrayal of both the rugged landscape of the Rocky Mountains and the complexities of interactions between settlers and Native American tribes during a transformative period in American history. The opening of the book establishes Carson's origins in Kentucky and his family's move to Missouri, where they settled on the frontier. It describes his early years filled with hardship and challenges, emphasizing the hazardous environment that required vigilance against Indian raids. Young Kit is depicted as ambitious and restless, eventually seeking adventure in the Rocky Mountains, where he gained experience as a hunter and trapper. The narrative sets the stage for Carson's legendary status, hinting at the trials he faced and the strength of character that would define his lifelong pursuits in the wilderness. The author also nods to the historical context of the fur trade and the pivotal role of men like Carson in expanding the frontiers of American exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Subject Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.)
Subject Carson Kit, 1809-1868
Category Text
EBook-No. 16274
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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