
Daniel Boone
Woodsman of Kentucky
John Zronik(Author)
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada
Published on 15. March 2006
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-0-7787-2428-5 (ISBN)
Description
A true American woodsman, Daniel Boone is remembered for his exploration of Kentucky and the establishment in 1775 of the "Boonesborough" settlement. This exciting book describes his legendary exploits as a trapper and soldier, his meetings with the Shawnee and Cherokee, and his lasting legacy in helping to build the 'Wilderness Road' -- one of the most historic highways in America. Other topics include
- his early life and Quaker upbringing
- how he traveled and lived in the backwoods of America
- the attack on the Boonesborough settlement
- the French and Indian War
- the effect of the Stamp Act
- colorful maps and images showing the areas explored
- sections on the age of exploration
- the political climates of various countries that made explorers venture out into the unknown
- real recipes for foods the explorers ate on their travels
- how explorers lived while on the high seas, on the trail, or in the encampment
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
Canada
Target group
Children/juvenile
Young adult
US School Grade: From Preschool to First Grade, Reading Age: From 9 to 10 years, Interest Age: From 8 to 11 years
Product notice
Library binding
Illustrations
colour photos & illus
Dimensions
Height: 280 mm
Width: 221 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
390 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7787-2428-5 (9780778724285)
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Schweitzer Classification