The story of Kentucky by Rice S. Eubank
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About this eBook
| Author | Eubank, Rice S. |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 13025971 |
| Title | The story of Kentucky |
| Series Title | Instructor literature series, no. 515 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Summary | "The Story of Kentucky" by R. S. Eubank is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book covers the rich history of the state of Kentucky, beginning with its geography and the arrival of white settlers, and includes significant events and figures that shaped its development. It focuses primarily on the pioneers, their struggles, and the establishment of communities, as well as the impact of the Civil War and slavery in the region. This detailed narrative traces Kentucky's history from the time of its first visitors through the establishment of settlements and the challenges faced by pioneers like Daniel Boone and George Rogers Clark. Eubank discusses the early interactions with Native American tribes, the formation of communities, the struggles against hostile forces, and the social progress that followed. He also delves into the political dynamics post-Revolution, the emergence of education, and the eventual statehood of Kentucky. The book paints a vivid picture of the resilience and spirit of the early settlers and the evolving identity of Kentucky as a distinct state. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F396: United States local history: Old Southwest. Lower Mississippi Valley |
| Subject | Kentucky -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28239 |
| Release Date | Mar 2, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 20, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 79 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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