Roosevelt in the Bad Lands by Hermann Hagedorn
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| Author | Hagedorn, Hermann, 1882-1964 |
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| Title | Roosevelt in the Bad Lands |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Roosevelt in the Bad Lands" by Hermann Hagedorn is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the formative years of Theodore Roosevelt's life as a rancher and hunter in the Bad Lands of Dakota, capturing a vivid portrait of his adventures and the harsh realities of frontier life. It paints an engaging picture of American history as Roosevelt navigates both the challenges of ranching and the complexities of frontier society. The opening of the book introduces Theodore Roosevelt as a young, ambitious man freshly arrived in the untamed Bad Lands. It sketches the lawless atmosphere of Little Missouri, where Roosevelt finds himself among a motley crew of frontier characters. Detailed descriptions of the landscape and environmental hardships set the stage for Roosevelt's journey into ranching and hunting. Early interactions with local guides and ranchers establish both the camaraderie and skepticism he faces as an Easterner navigating this rugged terrain. The narrative highlights his determination and the sense of adventure that drives him to embrace the challenges of a life in the West, foreshadowing his future endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| LoC Class | E740: History: America: Twentieth century |
| Subject | Biography |
| Subject | Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919 |
| Subject | Frontier and pioneer life -- Dakota Territory |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24317 |
| Release Date | Jan 15, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 237 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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