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Daniel Boone: The Life and Legend of an American Pioneer

John Mack Faragher
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Daniel Boone: The Life and Legend of an American Pioneer

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1993

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John Mack Faragher

Daniel Boone: The Life and Legend of an American Pioneer

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1993
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 18th Century

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Daniel Boone: The Life and Legend of an American Pioneer, John Mack Faragher explores Boone's life, focusing on his role as a frontiersperson during America's westward expansion. The narrative addresses his adventures, cultural impact, and the myths surrounding him, providing a nuanced understanding of his experiences and contributions to American history.

Informative

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.2

1,362 ratings

75%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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John Mack Faragher's Daniel Boone: The Life and Legend of an American Pioneer offers a comprehensive and engaging biography, praised for its thorough research and balanced portrayal. Critics appreciate the demystification of Boone's legend, though some find it lacking in nuanced cultural context. Overall, it is an insightful read for history enthusiasts.

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Who Should Read Daniel Boone: The Life and Legend of an American Pioneer?

Readers interested in early American history, pioneer tales, and folklore would enjoy John Mack Faragher's Daniel Boone: The Life and Legend of an American Pioneer. Fans of Undaunted Courage by Stephen E. Ambrose will appreciate its blend of biography and myth debunking.

4.2

1,362 ratings

75%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 18th Century

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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