In this collection of articles describing the people, places, and folkways of southern Illinois, John W. Allen provides entertaining and informative glimpses into the region's past. Included here are sketches of the early pioneering days when wolves were literally chased from the door, stories about the many Indian artifacts discovered among the rolling hills and valleys of the area, and articles pertaining to the strategic role the region played during the Civil War. Allen also describes the activities of such infamous ...
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In this collection of articles describing the people, places, and folkways of southern Illinois, John W. Allen provides entertaining and informative glimpses into the region's past. Included here are sketches of the early pioneering days when wolves were literally chased from the door, stories about the many Indian artifacts discovered among the rolling hills and valleys of the area, and articles pertaining to the strategic role the region played during the Civil War. Allen also describes the activities of such infamous outlaws as Samuel Mason and the Harpe brothers as well as the famous Illinois-born heroes "Bat" Masterson, "Wild Bill" Hickok, and Wyatt Earp.
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Good-Bumped and creased book with tears to the extremities, but not affecting the text block, may have remainder mark or previous owner's name-GOOD Standard-sized.
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Very Good in Near Fine jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Second printing. 400 pp. including index. A gift inscription is written on the front free endpaper. Otherwise unmarked and in a square, tight binding. The dust jacket is lightly soiled and has a touch of edge wear.
Publisher:
Area Services, Southern Illinois University
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17298573629
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Very good. Dust jacket in good condition. Third printing. Minor shelf and handling wear, overall a clean solid copy with minimal signs of use. Tight binding, clean boards, and no markings in text; Dust jacket shows light wear and is now housed in protective mylar for further preservation; Stored and shipped in protective polybag; Secure packaging for safe delivery.
