Author: Flower, Richard
Synopsis:
'Hulme's Journal, 1818-19; Flower's Letters from Lexington and the Illinois, 1819; Flower's Letters from the Illinois, 1820-21; and Woods's Two Years' Residence, 1820-21' is a collection of personal accounts and letters that provide a captivating glimpse into the early 19th-century American frontier. Thomas Hulme, Richard Flower, and John Woods share their experiences and observations as they explore the untamed lands of Lexington and the Illinois, documenting their encounters with Native Americans, the challenges of settlement, and the natural beauty of the region. Through their vivid narratives, readers are transported to a time of exploration, adventure, and the forging of new frontiers.
Genres:
Historical non-fiction, travelogue, memoir
Themes:
Exploration, settlement, Native American culture, frontier life
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