Excerpt from The Rifle, Axe, and Saddle-Bags, and Other Lectures
IT has come to be somewhat common for new writers to get their books introduced to the world by other hands. The prae tice is not a commendable one; certainly, at least, it requires strong justification in the character of the book, in the circum stances Of the author, or in the relations of both to the public.
The present case affords such justification to an ample extent, as the reader who will follow me through a few pages, will freely admit.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the significance of the rifle, axe, and saddlebags as symbols of American character and civilization. The author delves into the historical context of the westward expansion in the United States, where these tools played a crucial role in shaping the lives and identities of the pioneers. Through engaging anecdotes and vivid descriptions, the author examines how the rifle represented the power and self-reliance of the frontiersmen, the axe symbolized their determination to conquer the wilderness, and the saddlebags served as a portable library, carrying knowledge and culture into uncharted territories. The book highlights the ingenuity, courage, and resilience of early American settlers as they forged a new nation, and demonstrates how these symbols continue to resonate with the American spirit of self-sufficiency and exploration. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330921876_0
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