Lone Elk Part 1-2: The Life Story of Bill Williams, Trapper and Guide of the Far West (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258033576)

Lone Elk Part 1-2: The Life Story Of Bill Williams, Trapper And Guide Of The Far West is a two-part biographical book written by Chauncey Pratt Williams. The book tells the life story of Bill Williams, a famous trapper and guide of the Far West during the 19th century. Part one of the book covers Williams' early life, including his birth in North Carolina, his childhood in Tennessee, and his move to Missouri, where he began his career as a trapper. The book also covers Williams' time as a soldier in the War of 1812, his marriage to a Native American woman, and his eventual move to the Rocky Mountains.Part two of the book covers Williams' career as a guide, including his work with famous explorers such as John C. Fr�����mont and Kit Carson. The book also covers Williams' involvement in the fur trade, his relationships with Native American tribes, and his eventual death at the hands of the Ute tribe.Throughout the book, Williams is portrayed as a skilled trapper and guide who was deeply knowledgeable about the land and its inhabitants. The book also provides insight into the early history of the American West and the interactions between Native American tribes and European settlers.Two Volumes In One. From The Old West Series No. 6 And 7. Stories Of Hunters And Trappers And Indians In The 1840's Around The Snake And North Platte Rivers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Chauncey Pratt Williams
ISBN-10: 1258033577
ISBN-13: 9781258033576
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 06/05/2011
Pages: 84
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d