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Book SynopsisFrontier heroes and the triumph of patriarchy in early Kentucky
Trade ReviewThis is a fine contribution to the historiography of Kentucky and frontier history. Kentucke's Frontiers is a 'must have' for professors and students who are interested in both of these subjects.
* Northwest Ohio History *
This is an eminently readable book, and [Friend] has done a wonderful job of weaving together the voices of the residents of frontier Kentucky of all racial and social groups. . . . Kentucke's Frontiers is a wonderful resource for those interested in learning more about the first trans-Appalachian state and the trans-Appalachian west more broadly.
* The Tennessee Historical Quarterly *
In this rich, challenging, and enjoyable book, Friend examines the social, cultural, economic, political, and military histories of Kentucke (now Kentucky) from the 1720s to the War of 1812. . . . The merits of this sweeping book are too numerous to chronicle sufficiently in this brief review. Nevertheless, Friend is at his strongest in his examination of the roles of memory and mythology in justifying white domination.
* American Studies *
Anyone interested in the history of the American frontier or the creation of the Bluegrass State will certainly want to add this volume to his or her library.
* The Journal of Southern History *
Friend's narrative is detailed and engaging . . . [His] skillful infusion of contemporary historiography and methodology separates his study of frontier Kentucky from previous works.
* The Journal of American History *
Kentucke's Frontiers . . . is an excellent book—thoroughly researched, beautifully written, handsomely produced, and creatively documented.
* North Carolina Historical Review *
Table of ContentsList of Illustrations
Foreword by Walter Nugent and Malcolm J. Rohrbough
Preface
1. The Indians' Frontiers
2. Colonial Kentucke
3. Revolutions
4. Peopling Kentucke
5. Seeking Security and Stability
6. From Kentucke to Kentucky
7. An Old South Frontier
8. Remembering
Epilogue
Citations and Essays on Sources
Index
