The Frontiersmen: A Narrative

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Summary: A Truly Great Book
Review: I grew up in Jamestown, OH. We lived on St. Rt. 72 also known as Simon Kenton Trace. This is the area of Tecumseh and Blue Jacket. My Dad bought this book for me when I was in junior high. I read it, then re-read it often wondering why Simon Kenton didn't get the same treatment in history as Daniel Boone, Davey Crockett and others. If you are from SW Ohio it should be required reading. If you love American history you should read this book. I highly reccomend this book and will be digging for my old copy to read it again, soon.

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Summary: One of the Best Books
Review: I have lived, or now live in the area where much that is chronicled in this book occured. Names and places that I have heard about for years became real to me through this narrative. Undoubtedly one of the best books I have ever read.

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Summary: Wow! What individuals that tamed a continent
Review: I have read all of Eckert's colonial and early American novels about the Indian nations and wars that raged for almost two hundred years. He is one of the best story tellers you will find.

In this novel, the Frontiersman, in the company of such notable and famous names as George Rogers Clark, Daniel Boone, William Henry Harrison, and Anthony Wayne, Eckert tells the story of Simon Kenton, perhaps the most compelling frontiersman of that time, despite his more famous protoges.

The savagry and commitment by both sides to the fight for Kentucky and the Ohio River Valley are brought to life by Eckert. You would think you were reading a finely told fictional thriller, when in fact you are being presented with very well documented fact, woven together to read better than any fictional novel you could find.

If you want to delve into the real history of the taming of America...read Eckert.

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Summary: A truly gripping biography of an unsung American hero.
Review: I last read this book two years ago and plan to read it again soon. I honestly could not put it down! It is a true story of Simon Kenton who as a teenager became one of the bravest and most skilled frontiersmen of the late 1700s. He became a friend of Daniel Boone and in fact saved his life in a daring rescue at Boonsboro. The book includes many detailed facts gathered from diaries, memoirs, historical records and many other sources and each is carefully footnoted. Many references are made to geographical locations of events so that you can actually drive up to the place where these historical events occurred. It is history turned into a novel and is very enjoyable reading.

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Summary: Great Tale of the Eastern Frontier
Review: I love this book! Eckert's classic tale of Simon Kenton and settlement of the Ohio Valley is a must read for anyone interested in the history of the United States. This book was recommended to me after reading Eckert's "Dark and Bloody River". It is exciting, highly engaging, and historically detailed. The notes at the end of the book are a novel by themselves. The story of Kenton, Boone, and the Kentucky settlers is truly amazing. It has often been said that this should be required reading in high school and I can't help but agree. Eckert's books take place in a time and place nearly forgotten by modern Americans. Children raised on the old "Cowboys and Indians" westerns never learn that there was a whole other "West" on the Eastern frontier and the Northwest Territory. I grew up in Ohio, and I never learned about many of the events that happened in my own back yeard until I began reading Eckert! Many people are surprised to learn that there were a number of very bloody and significant battles during the Revolutionary War west of the Appalaichans, right here in Ohio in fact. A whole chapter of our history is being forgotten, but luckily, Eckert's books help to prevent that.

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Summary: REAL LIFE ON THE FRONTIER
Review: My Father had this book when I was in grade school. I read it on the bus to and from school and every chance in between. I could not put it down. This is real history. nothing better!

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Summary: A College Semester's Worth of History, Sans the PC
Review: Not only will you enjoy this book more than any movie you've ever seen, you will read it more than once.

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Summary: Easy To Read And Follow ... A Classic If There Ever Was One
Review: This book has surpassed all books that I've read to become my ultimate favorite. It is truly a work that is difficult to put down. The writing style is that of a narrative but the reading is easy and not lost in dry detail. Facts are presented in a flowing story that allows the reader to envision it rather than just read it while at the same time not falling into fiction or inconsistent plots. I've read few books that approach this caliber or ability to entertain, educate, and maintain your interest and desire for more ... the worst thing that I can say about the book is that it comes to an end. This is a read you'll never forget or regret!

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Summary: Everyone should read this book!!
Review: This is one of the best books I have ever read! I highly recommend it to everyone. This book kept me spellbound. If you had trouble getting interested in history before, you won't while you are reading this. Why can't they teach history like this in school?

Allan Eckert spent 7 years researching this book. It is a true story of history. He tells the truth about the frontier as it was for real people. I am so glad a friend recommended this book to me. I plan to re-read this book and check out some of Eckert's other books.

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Summary: A Lively and Entertaining History of Ohio and NW Territory
Review: This is the only history book I ever enjoyed reading. It is truly captivating, so be prepared to lose some sleep before you are through. Consider getting maps and pens ready to follow along on Simon Kenton's amazing adventures. I intend to retrace some of the journeys on my motorcycle, as the footnotes give modern place names and the landform descriptions are detailed enough to let you find exact positions for most important events.