The Free Rangers A Story Of Early Days Along The Mississippi

By Joseph Alexander Altsheler

Book Overview

The Free Rangers: A Story of Early Days Along the Mississippi captures the spirit of adventure and survival in the early wilderness. The novel follows a group of young frontiersmen as they face the challenges of life along the untamed Mississippi River. Their journey is marked by a deep connection to nature, where they navigate the dangers of the wilderness with resourcefulness, bravery, and a shared sense of purpose. The characters demonstrate courage and resourcefulness, and their bonds of camaraderie grow stronger as they prepare for an important mission that involves both natural obstacles and potential conflict with enemies. As the boys embark on their adventure, their interactions with the land and each other enhance their growth and resilience. The narrative enhances the exploration of friendship, survival, and the harsh realities of frontier life. Through their struggles and triumphs, the novel paints a picture of the untamed world of early America, focusing on the spirit of youth and the determination to overcome the dangers of an unknown frontier.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9370811311
• ISBN13: 9789370811317
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Great Must Read

Once again Joseph Altsheler comes out with a masterpiece on how the Revolutionary War affected the settlers in the west. The five woodsmen, Henry Ware, Solomon Hyde, Paul Cotter, Tom Ross, and Jim Hart, jorney down the Mississippi to New Orleans, to interview the Spanish Governor-General, who they hear is being urged to join the Indians in an attack on Kentucky.