Bøger af Howard Louis Conard

This handy reference work provides a wealth of information on the history of the state of Missouri, including biographical sketches of notable residents and detailed accounts of important events and landmarks. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of this fascinating state.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Encyclopedia of the History of Missouri is a comprehensive reference work on the history of the state of Missouri. The book includes articles on topics such as Missouri's geography, Native American history, and the Civil War. It also includes biographical sketches of notable Missourians, including politicians, business leaders, and cultural figures. This edition has been updated with new articles and illustrations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

""Uncle Dick Wootton: The Pioneer Frontiersman Of The Rocky Mountain Region"" is a biography written by Howard Louis Conard about the life and adventures of Richard ""Uncle Dick"" Wootton, a legendary figure of the American West. Wootton was a fur trapper, trader, guide, and Indian fighter who played a significant role in the exploration and settlement of the Rocky Mountain region in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles Wootton's early life in Kentucky, his journey westward, and his experiences as a mountain man, including his encounters with Native American tribes such as the Blackfeet and the Comanche. The author also describes Wootton's roles in the Mexican-American War, the California Gold Rush, and the Civil War. Throughout the book, Conard portrays Wootton as a larger-than-life character who embodied the spirit of the frontier and the West. He was known for his bravery, resourcefulness, and colorful personality, as well as his skills as a hunter, marksman, and horseman. The book also explores Wootton's personal life, including his marriages and family relationships. Overall, ""Uncle Dick Wootton: The Pioneer Frontiersman Of The Rocky Mountain Region"" is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most iconic figures of the American West. It offers a vivid portrayal of the challenges and opportunities that faced pioneers in the 19th century, as well as the enduring legacy of those who helped shape the region's history and culture.This is a new release of the original 1957 edition.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.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This is a new release of the original 1957 edition.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Howard Louis Conard, historian and biographer, editor of the 1901 Encyclopedia of Missouri, wrote this 1890 "account of the adventures and thrilling experiences of the most noted American hunter, trapper, guide, scout, and Indian fighter now living" from his interviews in the waning years of the old mountain man's life.