Pony Tracks by Frederic Remington
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| Author | Remington, Frederic, 1861-1909 |
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| LoC No. | 01021695 |
| Title | Pony Tracks |
| Note | Illustrated by the author. |
| Contents | Chasing a major-general -- Lieutenant Casey's last scout -- The Sioux outbreak in South Dakota -- An outpost of civilization -- A rodeo at Los Ojos -- In the Sierra Madre with the punchers -- Black water and shallows -- Coaching in Chihuahua -- Stubble and slough in Dakota -- Policing the Yellowstone -- A model squadron -- The affair of the --th of July -- The colonel of the first cycle infantry -- A Merry Christmas in a Sibley tepee -- Bear-chasing in the Rocky Mountains. |
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| Summary | "Pony Tracks" by Frederic Remington is a collection of vignettes focusing on the American West, written in the late 19th century. This illustrated work captures the essence of life on the frontier through a mix of narrative and art, portraying the experiences of cowboys, soldiers, and Native Americans during that era. The topics explored include military expeditions, rodeos, and the daily lives of those living in remote ranches. The opening of "Pony Tracks" introduces readers to the setting and context through a lively scene where a troop is preparing for a journey under the command of General Miles. The narrator reflects on the rugged nature of the terrain and the challenges of following the general on horseback. As the narrative progresses, it captures glimpses of military camaraderie, the camaraderie between the soldiers and scouts, and the thrill of adventure as they traverse the natural landscape. The descriptions also highlight the contrasts between military life and the earthy reality of the scouts and cowboys, setting the tone for the rest of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains |
| Subject | West (U.S.) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.) |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Wars -- 1866-1895 |
| Subject | Remington, Frederic, 1861-1909 |
| Subject | Chihuahua (Mexico : State) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41011 |
| Release Date | Oct 10, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 146 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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