Campfire Tales of Jackson Hole by Various
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"Campfire Tales of Jackson Hole" by Various is a collection of historical narratives and tales written in the mid-20th century. This anthology delves into the rich history of Jackson Hole, featuring stories about the early mountain men, explorers, and the indigenous peoples of the area. Through compelling anecdotes, it seeks to illuminate the unique culture and events that shaped this iconic region of the American West. The opening of the work sets
the stage for an exploration of Jackson Hole's past, beginning with a foreword that emphasizes the area's significance as a place of adventure and opportunity. It highlights the transition from a land inhabited by Native Americans, who relied on its natural resources, to a site of fur trading and ranching as European settlers arrived. Figures such as John Colter, the noted mountain man and trapper, are introduced to illustrate the early exploration of the valley. Moreover, the foreword hints at the collection's intention to reconnect readers with the historical richness of Jackson Hole, offering stories that reflect the perseverance and adventures of those who entered this rugged wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Harry, G. Bryan |
| Title | Campfire Tales of Jackson Hole |
| Contents | John Colter, the discovery of Jackson Hole and the Yellowstone, by Merlin K. Potts -- The mountain men in Jackson Hole, by Merlin K. Potts -- The Doane Expedition of 1876-1877, by Merlin K. Potts -- Map of the Region, [by G. Bryan Harry] -- The story of Deadman's Bar, by Fritiof Fryxell -- The affair at Cunningham's Ranch, by Roald Fryxell -- Prospector of Jackson Hole, by Fritiof Fryxell -- Mountain river men, the story of Menor's Ferry, by Frances Judge. |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F721: United States local history: Rocky Mountains. Yellowstone National Park |
| Subject | Grand Teton National Park (Wyo.) |
| Subject | Jackson Hole (Wyo.) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59274 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59274-9 |
| Release Date | Apr 13, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 619 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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