Edward Sylvester Ellis

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Mad Anthony's Scouts Or, The Rangers Of Kentucky

Beschreibung

"Mad Anthony's Scouts: Or, The Rangers of Kentucky" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a thrilling historical fiction novel that delves into the adventure-filled world of the American frontier. Ellis, known for his captivating storytelling, crafts a tale of bravery and heroism amidst the wilderness exploration and Native American conflicts of Kentucky's frontier. Set against the backdrop of United States history, this novel immerses readers in the action-packed world of military adventure and the daring exploits of frontiersmen. As a work of Western fiction, it captures the essence of life on the frontier, where courage and resilience are paramount. Through the lens of the Rangers of Kentucky, Ellis explores themes of heroism and camaraderie, painting a vivid portrait of the challenges faced by early settlers and soldiers in the wilderness. With its blend of adventure and military action, this novel transports reader back in time to an era defined by rugged landscapes and fierce battles. "Mad Anthony's Scouts" is a testament to Ellis's talent for bringing history to life through gripping storytelling, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction and Western literature alike.

Autor

American novelist Edward Sylvester Ellis was born in Ohio on April 11, 1840, and passed away on June 20, 1916, in Cliff Island, Maine. Ellis was a journalist, educator, and administrator of a school. He also wrote hundreds of books and magazine articles under a variety of pen names. The Steam Man of the Prairies and Seth Jones, or the Captives of the Frontier are two of Ellis's well-known fiction pieces. In other countries, Edward S. Ellis is arguably best known for his Deerfoot books, which up until the 1950s were frequently read by young boys. The most important of Beadle and Adams early dime books was Seth Jones. Seth Jones is reputed to have been one of Abraham Lincoln's favorite tales. Later, Ellis started producing more important pieces of history, biography, and argumentation. The biography "The Life of Colonel David Crockett," which told the tale of the speech known as "Not Yours to Give," was noteworthy.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 90
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Mai 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 126g
• ISBN-13: 9789362767059
• ISBN-10: 9362767058
• Artikelnr.: 70924268