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Pioneers of the Old Southwest: a chronicle of the dark and bloody ground

By Constance Lindsay Skinner

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Driven by the dream of freedom, a group escapes religious oppression to forge a new life in the rugged lands of the American frontier.

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2002-02-01
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Summary

"Pioneers of the Old Southwest: A Chronicle of the Dark and Bloody Ground" by Constance Lindsay Skinner is a recounting of the Ulster Presbyterians' journey and settlement in the American Old Southwest during the 1700s, which showcases their flight from religious persecution and pursuit of new beginnings. The narrative presents the reader with an account of their arrival in America, spotlighting their resolve to build a society aligned with their beliefs. Skinner’s historic work paints the picture of a people shaped by hardship, yet determined to shape their own destiny and contribute to the burgeoning American frontier, where their strength and values would play a crucial role.

About the Author

Constance Lindsay Skinner was a Canadian writer, critic, historian and editor best known for having conceived the Rivers of America Series for the publisher Farrar & Rinehart.

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