No Man Like Joe: The Life And Times Of Joseph L. Meek (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432595661)

No Man Like Joe: The Life And Times Of Joseph L. Meek is a biography written by Harvey Elmer Tobie. The book tells the story of Joseph L. Meek, a legendary mountain man and frontiersman who lived in the American West during the 19th century. Meek was a skilled hunter, trapper, and explorer, and he played a significant role in the early history of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.The book provides a detailed account of Meek's life, from his childhood in Virginia to his adventures in the wilderness of the West. Tobie describes Meek's experiences as a fur trapper, his interactions with Native American tribes, and his involvement in the Oregon Trail migration. The book also explores Meek's personal life, including his marriages and family relationships.Throughout the book, Tobie presents Meek as a complex and fascinating figure, with both admirable qualities and flaws. Meek was known for his bravery, resourcefulness, and loyalty to his friends, but he was also prone to violence and had a reputation as a heavy drinker. Tobie uses primary sources such as Meek's own writings and historical records to paint a vivid picture of this iconic figure of the American West.No Man Like Joe: The Life And Times Of Joseph L. Meek is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a true Western legend. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of the American West, as well as fans of biographies and adventure stories.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: Harvey Elmer Tobie
ISBN-10: 1432595660
ISBN-13: 9781432595661
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 340
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.76d