John Filson (c. 1753-1788) was an American author, historian of Kentucky, pioneer, surveyor and one of the founders of Cincinnati, Ohio. He wrote The Discovery, Settlement and Present State of Kentucke (1784) during this period, and travelled to Wilmington, Delaware, to have it published in the summer of 1784. He also had a "Map of Kentucke" engraved and printed in Philadelphia. The edition, including both book and map, consisted of 1,500 copies and was pr...

In "The Adventures of Col. Daniel Boon," John Filson crafts a vivid narrative that intertwines fact and folklore to portray the legendary frontiersman Daniel Boone. Written during the late 18th century, a time when American identity was still being shaped, this work employs an adventurous and somewhat romanticized literary style. Filson's account is both a historical document and a captivating tale, providing insight into Boone's exploration and settlement in the uncharted wilderness of Ke...

An excellent accounting of the adventures of Daniel Boone. Filson was a pioneer beside Boone after the establishment of the settlement at Fort Boonesboro in Kentucky, and though the account was written from the perspective of Boone, it is not stylized and seems to be a very good accounting as if Boone were relating the story directly and merely being written by Filson. (Goodreads)

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Taken captive at the early age of thirteen by Seneca Indians, Mary Jemison was trained in the wilderness to the ordinary duties of the Indian female. Embedded with the sentiments and lifestyle of the Seneca's she essentially transformed into a member of the tribe. Mary Jemison's story is a remarkable one not because of her extraordinary lifestyle, but because this was the lifestyle that, in the end, she chose for herself. When prisoners were being set free from the bondage of the Indians a...

"How should we approach The History of the Five Indian Nations today? The book's information—rich as it is—should be critically interrogated and placed in social, political, and cultural context. The book reflects the outlook of a colonial British agent and, in a more general sense, of early modern European and Euro-American culture. Its claims of empirical objectivity should be historicized."—John M. Dixon, "Imperial Politics, Enlightenment Philosophy, and Transatlantic Print Cul...

The Governor to the Secretary of State. Government House, St. John's, 8th July, 1908. My Lord, I have the honour to inform you that I left St. John's on the 28th May to visit the settlement of the Micmac Indians at Bay d'Espoir, on the south coast of this Island. Bay d'Espoir is a long inlet of the sea, extending up country over a score of miles. The district is hilly, and is covered by a forest of rather small trees, spruce and birch, but Further inland the hills are generally bare. There...

According to Wikipedia: "Thayendanegea or Joseph Brant (March 1743 24 November 1807) was a Mohawk military and political leader, based in present-day New York, who was closely associated with Great Britain during and after the American Revolution. Perhaps the American Indian of his generation best known to the Americans and British, he met many of the most significant Anglo-American people of the age, including both George Washington and King George III. While not born into a hereditary le...

In "Henry Hudson: A Brief Statement of His Aims and His Achievements," Thomas A. Janvier presents a compelling exploration of the life and voyages of the famed English navigator Henry Hudson. Written in a clear and engaging prose style typical of late 19th-century historiography, the book delves into Hudson's ambitious quests for a northwest passage to Asia, intertwining meticulous historical detail with a narrative that captures the spirit of exploration. Janvier situates Hudson's endeavo...

In "Wampum," Ashbel Woodward intricately weaves a narrative that explores the multifaceted significance of wampum beads within Native American culture and trade. This meticulously researched work utilizes a blend of historical records, ethnographic analysis, and personal narrative to illuminate how wampum has served as a medium of exchange, a form of storytelling, and a symbol of cultural identity. Woodward'Äôs literary style is deeply evocative, creating vivid imagery and emotional resona...

In "The Treaty Held with the Indians of the Six Nations at Philadelphia, in July 1742," the authors capture a pivotal moment in colonial American history through a meticulously detailed account of the negotiations between British authorities and Native American leaders. This document not only chronicles the proceedings of the treaty but also reflects the complex interplay of diplomacy, power dynamics, and cultural exchanges between indigenous tribes and colonial powers. The formal language...