The Life of David Crockett

David Crockett

May 2022 · DigiCat

About this ebook

David Crockett's autobiography, 'The Life of David Crockett', is a firsthand account of the frontiersman's adventurous life in early 19th-century America. The book is written in a straightforward and colloquial style, reflecting Crockett's own plainspoken nature. Through his vivid anecdotes and practical wisdom, Crockett offers readers a glimpse into the rugged world of the frontier, where survival often depended on wit and resourcefulness. This work not only serves as a historical document but also as a valuable insight into the mindset of a true American pioneer. David Crockett, also known as 'Davy' Crockett, was a celebrated folk hero and politician who rose from humble beginnings to become a prominent figure in American history. Growing up in the wilds of Tennessee, Crockett learned to hunt, trap, and fend for himself, experiences that would later inform his political career. It is this unique background that inspired Crockett to write his autobiography, showcasing his rugged individualism and unwavering commitment to the values of the American frontier. I highly recommend 'The Life of David Crockett' to readers interested in early American history, the frontier experience, or the life of a true American legend. Crockett's compelling narrative and down-to-earth style make this book a captivating read for anyone fascinated by the stories of the Old West.

About the author

David Crockett, born on August 17, 1786, in what is now Greene County, Tennessee, is best remembered as an American frontiersman, political figure, and folk hero. Beyond his legendary status as 'Davy Crockett,' he was also an author, whose autobiographical work, 'The Life of David Crockett' (1833), provides an important narrative of his lively exploits and political views. Crockett's life epitomizes the spirit of the American frontier and its embodiment in the country's burgeoning literature of personal narrative and adventure. The style of his writing reflects the rough-hewn charm and directness one might expect from a man who famously preferred the freedom of the wilderness and the rigors of the backwoods life over the comforts of civilization. His book is characterized both by its down-to-earth wit and its insights into the American frontier experience. An advocate for the rights of settlers and a proponent of American expansionism, Crockett's folk-hero image was partially self-crafted through his storytelling. After losing his congressional seat, he famously admonished his former constituents, 'You may all go to hell and I will go to Texas,' which became a lasting part of his lore. Crockett died at the Battle of the Alamo in 1836, and it is in the fiery spirit of independence displayed there that his legend and literary contributions endure.