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That hath ears to hear hath not heard of Old Kentucky, which having now arrived at the age of almost forty years, is entitled to assume the honours of a patriarch among the young fry of empires springing up like mushrooms in the vast valley of the great father of waters? Its early history is a romance its growth a miracle; its soil a garden; its women half angel, half he roine; and a portion of its men, as hath been credibly asserted half horse half alligator; to which has lately been added a third ingredient in compliment to those monstrous productions of the genius of Fulton that now float 011 the rivers of the west, smoking like volcanoes, and scattering showers of fire. To wit, a small sprinkling of the steamboat. Less than seventy years ago there breathed not a single white man within its wide limits. In that short period which scarcely comprises the life of a single individual the face of the earth and the face of man have undergone a total change in this land of wonders. The wild exuberance of nature has given place to the rich products of.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book encapsulates the frontier spirit of the Old West narrated through the lens of a daring tale that follows Cuthbert Dangerfield as he stakes everything on a thrilling horse race. Set against the backdrop of the early 19th century American South, the story immerses readers in the unique culture and social dynamics of Virginia's tobacco plantation society. It explores themes of ambition, pride, and the pursuit of happiness amidst adversity, highlighting the resilience and determination of those who shaped the untamed wilderness of the American frontier. Through a rich cast of characters and vivid storytelling, this book paints a captivating portrait of a pivotal era in American history, offering insights into the human spirit's capacity for triumph and redemption. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330227176_0
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