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On the Kentucky Frontier

James Otis

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Book Excerpt: 
. . .rom time to time in order to learn how he might draw back after having announced so positively that he should make an effort at aiding the captives.

But he had no idea of drawing back, as I should have known had I been acquainted with him longer.

During the latter part of the afternoon he surveyed the thicket in the rear of the house at frequent intervals; partially opened the shutter two or three times to make certain it could be [Pg 49]swung outward noiselessly, and, finally, threw off his hunting shirt lest the garment should hamper his movements.

"Are you indeed counting on the attempt?" I asked when he had thus put himself in trim for wriggling through the thicket.

"I have already said so," he replied calmly.

"There is too much danger! You must not risk your life when the chances are all against you!" I cried vehemently.

"It will be easier to go than stay here and listen to that fiendish orgy which will begin be. . . Read More

Community Reviews

I read this in about 2 days. It's fast-moving and I just wanted to keep reading about this great adventure. It takes place in the 1700's, when Kentucky is just getting settled. Our 3 main characters (the "old guy" is about 21 and the others are in their teens) have to avoid Indian attacks and potent

Tense and exciting

This short tale of frontier life and rebellion grips the reader right from the get go and unfolds into
a daring adventure of brotherhood and bravery amongst legends of american history

Simple exciting story

This short, simple story is a compelling, no-frills account of a Revolutionary War campaign on the fringes of civilization. The reader is led through a series of actions that provide what appears to be a realistic vision of the times.

Pioneers

it makes you realise what it took to have what we have today. An interesting chapter in American history,won by bravery and courage.