Millie Cooper's Ride: A True Story from History (Children of the West)

Simmons, Marc; Kil, Ronald R.

ISBN 10: 082632925X / ISBN 13: 9780826329257

Published by University of New Mexico Press, 2002

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Millie Cooper's Ride: A True Story from History (Children of the West)
• Publisher: University of New Mexico Press
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 082632925X
• ISBN 13: 9780826329257
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Based on historical fact, this exciting tale is set on the Missouri frontier during the War of 1812. Millie's family and the other families living at Fort Cooper face certain defeat when they are besieged by a coalition of Indian nations allied to the British. Millie, who is only twelve years old, volunteers to ride to nearby Fort Hempstead for reinforcements. Her desperate journey turns the tide of battle.

Harrowing events, dramatic dialogue, and an unlikely heroine bring this fast-paced story to life. Ronald Kil's detailed illustrations add to the authenticity of an action-packed story that teaches the responsibility of everyone, even the youngest citizens, to the larger community.

About the Authors

Marc Simmons is considered New Mexico's historian laureate and has published over forty books on New Mexico history. Simmons is a former Woodrow Wilson Fellow, a recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship, and in 1993 the King of Spain granted him membership in the knightly Order of Isabela la Católica for his contributions to Spanish colonial history. He resides in Cerrillos, New Mexico.

Western artist and long-time working cowboy Ronald Kil lives near Santa Fe.