A History of Cooper County (Classic Reprint)

Henry C. Levens, Nathaniel M. Drake

ISBN 10: 133204705X / ISBN 13: 9781332047055

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating journey into the early days of Cooper County, Missouri, a region that became known as the Boones Lick Country. The author meticulously documents the settlement of this area, beginning with the arrival of the first American explorers in 1804. The book delves into the challenges faced by these pioneers, who braved harsh conditions and constant threat from Native American tribes. The author provides a vivid account of the conflict between the settlers and the indigenous people during the War of 1812, detailing the bloodshed and resilience that marked the early years of the region. Beyond the battles, the book chronicles the everyday lives of these settlers, their struggles to establish homes and livelihoods in a wild and untamed land. It paints a picture of a community built on cooperation and resourcefulness, where hunting and fishing were essential for survival. The author sheds light on the unique customs and traditions of these early pioneers, revealing the struggles they endured and the remarkable spirit that propelled them forward. Through meticulous research and detailed narratives, the book offers a glimpse into the foundation of a community, highlighting the bravery, determination, and ingenuity of the settlers who carved out a life for themselves in the Boones Lick Country. This book serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of the pioneers who transformed this once-wilderness into a thriving region. 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.

Seller Inventory # 9781332047055_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: A History of Cooper County (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133204705X
• ISBN 13: 9781332047055
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Modern History of the USA

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Synopsis

Cooper County's story unfolds from frontier beginnings to a thriving community. Explore the people, places, and records that shaped its history.

This edition compiles a broad portrait of Cooper County, Missouri, from the Boone's Lick era through the pivotal year 1876. It blends local anecdotes, town histories, school and government records, and biographical sketches to illuminate how a rugged frontier area grew into a structured community with schools, churches, and civic institutions.

Readers will encounter descriptive chapters on the early settlements, the formation of towns such as Boonville, and the social and political currents that influenced daily life. The book also offers detailed lists and summaries drawn from public records, providing a window into the county’s development, demographics, and public services during its early decades.

• Learn the origins of the Boone's Lick region and how settlement patterns shaped the county.
• Explore town histories, local governance, schools, and the growth of public institutions.
• Review biographical sketches of prominent early settlers and notes on community life.
• Find data and timelines that help place Cooper County in the broader Missouri story.

Ideal for readers of local history, genealogists, and anyone curious about how a 19th‑century American county evolved.

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