The Life of George Rogers Clark, 1752-1818: Triumphs and Tragedies by Kenneth C.

Description: The Life of George Rogers Clark, 1752-1818 by Kenneth C. Carstens, Nancy S. Carstens The year 2002 marked the 250th anniversary of the birth of General George Rogers Clark. In celebrating Clark's life, this book presents new information and new interpretations of his impact upon the settlement of Kentucky and his control of the Old Northwest Territories. The co-editors— who include traditional historians, social historians, and revisionists—include new details not previously published or found within a single source to bring "Clark research" into the new century. Thirteen experts on various aspects of Clark's life and achievements go beyond his military career as a Revolutionary War hero and frontier Indian fighter to detail the whole of his accomplishments. They address his tragedies along with his triumphs in a refreshingly balanced portrayal. Specific topics of interest include Clark's settlement at Fort Jefferson, the myths surrounding his love life, his management of the Kentucky/Ohio Valley frontier, and a collection of portraiture art never before gathered in one volume. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The year 2002 marked the 250th anniversary of the birth of General George Rogers Clark. In celebrating Clarks life, this book presents new information and new interpretations of his impact upon the settlement of Kentucky and his control of the Old Northwest Territories. The co-editors— who include traditional historians, social historians, and revisionists—include new details not previously published or found within a single source to bring Clark research into the new century.Thirteen experts on various aspects of Clarks life and achievements go beyond his military career as a Revolutionary War hero and frontier Indian fighter to detail the whole of his accomplishments. They address his tragedies along with his triumphs in a refreshingly balanced portrayal. Specific topics of interest include Clarks settlement at Fort Jefferson, the myths surrounding his love life, his management of the Kentucky/Ohio Valley frontier, and a collection of portraiture art never before gathered in one volume. Author Biography KENNETH C. CARSTENS is a professor of archaeology, anthropology, and world geography at Murray State University. He has edited nine books and published more than seventy journal articles. He has studied George Rogers Clark and Clarks Fort Jefferson for twenty-five years. His particular areas of academic interest include Clark, Ohio Valley archaeology and frontier history, cave archaeology, and cultural anthropology.NANCY SON CARSTENS is a doctoral candidate at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. She has published in the Filson History Quarterly, Cobblestone American History Magazine, and Current Research in Kentucky Archaeology. She has held positions at The National Scouting Museum, Murray State University, both in Murray, Kentucky, and Adsmore Museum in Princeton, Kentucky. Presently, she is an independent contract archaeologist in Murray, Kentucky. Table of Contents Dedication by James Alton JamesAcknowledgementsContributors BiographiesForeword by Thomas D. ClarkIntroduction by Kenneth Carstens and Nancy CarstensGeorge Rogers Clark: The Early Years by Lowell HarrisonClarks Kaskaskia Expedition by Larry NelsonThe French Influence on Clark at Kaskaskia by Margaret BrownClark and the Native Americans by James Alexander ThomThe Clark-Teresa "De Leyba" Myth by Nancy CarstensVictory at Vincennes by Robert HoldenClarks Obsession with Detroit by Brian DunniganClarks Fort Jefferson, 1780-1781 by Kenneth CarstensClark, the Illinois Battalion and the Slave Trade by Pen BogertClarks Line of Supply by Greg HolmClarks 1780 Shawnee Campaign by Martin WestClarks Ambush at Hoods Point, Virginia, 1781 by Greg HolmClark as a Manager of the Kentucky Frontier, 1783-1809 by James FisherClark and the French Conspiracies by Nancy CarstensClarks Last Years: Locust Grove, 1809-1818 by Julia ParkeA Forgotten Hero Remembered, Revered, and Revised: The Legacy and Ordeal of George Rogers Clark by James FisherAn Analysis of Clark Portraits by James HolmbergA Research Bibliography of George Rogers Clark Materials by Kenneth Carstens Review ?The 18 papers in this volume create a composite account of the personality and actions of George Rogers Clark, known as the Hannibal of the West for his conquest of the Old Northwest Territories. Occasionally presenting mixed appraisals, the papers cover Clarks military exploits, his obsession with Detroit, his work as the manager of the Kentucky Frontier and his legend. The collection not only attempts to draw a comprehensive portrait of Clark, it also gives a good sense of the tumultuous times in which he lived.?-Reference & Research Book News"The 18 papers in this volume create a composite account of the personality and actions of George Rogers Clark, known as the Hannibal of the West for his conquest of the Old Northwest Territories. Occasionally presenting mixed appraisals, the papers cover Clarks military exploits, his obsession with Detroit, his work as the manager of the Kentucky Frontier and his legend. The collection not only attempts to draw a comprehensive portrait of Clark, it also gives a good sense of the tumultuous times in which he lived."-Reference & Research Book News Promotional This biography presents a refreshingly new and comprehensive interpretation of the life of George Rogers Clark. Long Description The year 2002 marked the 250th anniversary of the birth of General George Rogers Clark. In celebrating Clarks life, this book presents new information and new interpretations of his impact upon the settlement of Kentucky and his control of the Old Northwest Territories. The co-editors-- who include traditional historians, social historians, and revisionists--include new details not previously published or found within a single source to bring Clark research into the new century. Thirteen experts on various aspects of Clarks life and achievements go beyond his military career as a Revolutionary War hero and frontier Indian fighter to detail the whole of his accomplishments. They address his tragedies along with his triumphs in a refreshingly balanced portrayal. Specific topics of interest include Clarks settlement at Fort Jefferson, the myths surrounding his love life, his management of the Kentucky/Ohio Valley frontier, and a collection of portraiture art never before gathered in one volume. Review Quote "The 18 papers in this volume create a composite account of the personality and actions of George Rogers Clark, known as the Hannibal of the West for his conquest of the Old Northwest Territories. Occasionally presenting mixed appraisals, the papers cover Clarks military exploits, his obsession with Detroit, his work as the manager of the Kentucky Frontier and his legend. The collection not only attempts to draw a comprehensive portrait of Clark, it also gives a good sense of the tumultuous times in which he lived."- Reference & Research Book News Promotional "Headline" This biography presents a refreshingly new and comprehensive interpretation of the life of George Rogers Clark. Details ISBN0313322171 Short Title LIFE OF GEORGE ROGERS CLARK 17 Pages 368 Series Contributions in American History Language English ISBN-10 0313322171 ISBN-13 9780313322174 Media Book Format Hardcover Series Number 203 Year 2004 Subtitle Triumphs and Tragedies Country of Publication United States Place of Publication Westport Illustrations black & white illustrations Edited by Nancy S. Carstens Author Nancy S. Carstens Imprint Praeger Publishers Inc DOI 10.1604/9780313322174 UK Release Date 2004-10-30 AU Release Date 2004-10-30 NZ Release Date 2004-10-30 US Release Date 2004-10-30 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Publication Date 2004-10-30 DEWEY 973.33092 Audience General Audience Age 7-17 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:7088695;

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