Publisher's Synopsis
A Pioneer: A Memoir of John Thomas (1885) by George Stringer Rowe is a biographical work that tells the story of John Thomas, a pioneer who lived in the 19th century. The book is written by George Stringer Rowe, who was a close friend of John Thomas and witnessed many of the events described in the book.The book begins with an introduction to John Thomas and his family, who were among the first settlers in the area where they lived. The author then goes on to describe John's childhood and his early experiences as a pioneer. He talks about the challenges that John faced as a young boy, including the harsh living conditions and the constant threat of attacks from Native Americans.As John grows older, the book describes his experiences as a farmer, a soldier, and a community leader. The author talks about John's involvement in various community projects, including the building of schools and churches. He also describes John's role in the Civil War and his experiences as a soldier.Throughout the book, the author provides a detailed account of John's life and the challenges he faced as a pioneer. He also provides insights into the social and political climate of the time, and how it affected the lives of people like John.Overall, A Pioneer: A Memoir of John Thomas is a fascinating account of the life of a pioneer in the 19th century. It provides a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of early settlers, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
