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An attractive edition revised by the author's daughter of the work originally published as 'Christopher Carson, Familiarly Known as Kit, The Pioneer of the West.' 8vo, in the publisher's original blue cloth, the upper cover ruled in blind and lettered in burnt orange, the spine likewise lettered and decorated. ix, 348 pp. A fine copy

Edizione: a great and classic biography of the american west, originally published in 1874. part of abbott’s american pioneers and patriots series, the book chronicles the life, adventures, and frontier exploits of american icon kit carson (1809--1868). abbott especially covers carson's career as a fur trapper, wilderness guide, indian agent, and u.s. army officer; highlighting his survival skills, his role in guiding john c. frémont's western expeditions, and his interactions with native american tribes.