David “Davy” Crockett, the “King of the Wild Frontier” and the tragic hero of the Alamo, was a man whose life and existence have taken on a mythic hue in the almost two centuries since his untimely death. This is his story in his own words — an autobiographical text that has become a cornerstone of the legend and mythology surrounding one of the most evocative figures of the period. Penned in 1834 during Crockett’s second term in Congress as Representative for his native Tennessee, the book was devoured by readers upon its release, each eager to learn more about this totemic figure who bestrode American politics. The following year, Crockett would raise a militia, heading to Mexico to join the revolution against the government of Mexico. On March 6, 1836, Crockett would meet his end at the Alamo, along with all but three of his fellow defenders, and his name and deeds would become the preserve of history. His autobiography provides us with some insight into that history. Though never a wholly reliable narrator, Crockett and his tall tales still make for fascinating reading, charting the trials and tribulations of one of the most recognizable Americans of the 19th century.
A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett
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This autobiography provides a primary source perspective on the life of an important figure in American history, benefiting studies in history and government.
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A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett
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This autobiography provides a primary source account of 19th-century American frontier life, politics, and the experiences of a historical figure.
First published in 1834, “A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett” is the autobiography of the famous American folk hero Davy Crockett, often referred to as the “King of the Wild Frontier”. Born in 1786 in Tennessee to an impoverished family who often struggled to make ends meet, Crockett was an adventurous and resourceful boy who was forced at 12 years old to work to support himself. Crockett recounts these early formative years of hardship, as well as his two marriages, famed bear hunts, battles with Indians during his service with the Tennessee militia, and his eventual political career. Crockett became famous during his lifetime for his hunting and fighting exploits and it was this fame that helped him win a seat in the Tennessee state legislature in 1821 and the U. S. Congress in 1827. He often clashed with President Andrew Jackson and openly opposed the Indian Removal Act. Crockett’s political fortunes often rose and fell, as he was defeated in the election of 1831, but re-elected in 1833, before publishing his autobiography. “A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett” preserves for all time the fascinating and larger than life exploits of this American legend. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper.
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| Weight | 0.113 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 14 × 0.5 × 21.6 in |
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