Publisher's Synopsis
The First White Man Of The West is a biography of Colonel Dan'l Boon, the legendary frontiersman who was the first settler of Kentucky. Written by Timothy Flint, the book chronicles Boon's life and exploits, from his early days as a hunter and trapper in the Appalachians to his role in the American Revolution and his leadership in the settlement of Kentucky. The book provides a detailed account of Boon's encounters with Native American tribes, his hunting and trapping expeditions, and his battles against British and Spanish forces. The First White Man Of The West is a fascinating portrait of a true American hero and an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the American frontier.Interspersed With Incidents In The Early Annals Of The Century.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.
