The Minute Man on the Frontier by William George Puddefoot
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| Author | Puddefoot, William George, 1842-1925 |
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| Title | The Minute Man on the Frontier |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Minute Man on the Frontier" by William George Puddefoot is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work captures the experiences and reflections of a frontier missionary, detailing the challenges and transformations happening in the American frontier as well as the impact of immigration and pioneering spirit on society and the economy during that time. The central character is the "minute man," a term for these frontier missionaries who play a critical role in shaping communities amidst hardship and rapid change. The opening of the book introduces readers to the profound changes occurring on the American frontier, particularly focusing on the relationships between these changes and broader global contexts. Puddefoot shares vivid anecdotes about the lives of early settlers, the development of towns, and the challenges faced by immigrants who seek new opportunities. He underscores the social dynamics of frontier life, including the varying conditions among settlers, and establishes the missionary's crucial role in navigating and responding to the needs of both the land and its people, while highlighting the importance of faith amidst adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains |
| Subject | Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.) |
| Subject | Missions -- West (U.S.) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40783 |
| Release Date | Sep 17, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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