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The discovery, settlement, and present state of Kentucky: and an essay towards the topography and natural history of that important country : to which is added, I. The adventures of Col. Daniel Boon, one of the first settlers, comprehending every important occurrence in the political history of that province. II. The minutes of the Piankashaw Council, held at Post St. Vincents, April 15, 1784. III. An account of the Indian Nations inhabiting within the limits of the thirteen United States, their manners and customs, and reflections on their origin. IV. A report o the secretary of state, to the president of the United States; of the quantity and situation of the lands, not claimed by the Indians nor granted to, nor claimed by any citizens within the territory of the United States. V. Thoughts on emigration; to which are added miscellaneous observations relating to the United States. And a short account of the state of Kentucky. Being a supplement to Imlay's Description of the western territory. Vol. II. By John Filson.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Filson, John, 1753?-1788
Corporate Authors:	Gale (Firm), United States. Department of State
Other Authors:	Campbell, Samuel, 1765-1836 (Printer), Imlay, Gilbert, 1754?-1828?, Boone, Daniel, 1734-1820, Toulmin, Harry, 1766-1823
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Subjects:	Emigration and immigration. Indian captivities. Indians of North America > Kentucky. Public lands > United States. Kentucky > Description and travel. United States > Emigration and immigration. Electronic books. Captivity narratives. Maps > Kentucky.
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