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Set against the backdrop of early Kentucky, the story follows sixteen-year-old Kitty Gentry as she navigates the challenges of frontier life. After a brutal attack by Shawnee warriors, Kitty seeks safety within Fort Boonesborough, marking the beginning of her journey as a founding mother. Throughout her experiences, she faces profound tragedy and grief, ultimately discovering a powerful love as the territory evolves into a state. The narrative highlights themes of resilience, love, and the struggles of early settlers.
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Oh, Kentucky!, Betty Layman Receveur
- Language
- Released
- 1998
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- Title
- Oh, Kentucky!
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Betty Layman Receveur
- Publisher
- Random House Publishing Group
- Released
- 1998
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 606
- ISBN13
- 9780345369468
- Category
- Historical prose
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of early Kentucky, the story follows sixteen-year-old Kitty Gentry as she navigates the challenges of frontier life. After a brutal attack by Shawnee warriors, Kitty seeks safety within Fort Boonesborough, marking the beginning of her journey as a founding mother. Throughout her experiences, she faces profound tragedy and grief, ultimately discovering a powerful love as the territory evolves into a state. The narrative highlights themes of resilience, love, and the struggles of early settlers.