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    Granville Stuart: Forty Years on the Frontier

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    "The history of our westward movement is rapidly being told but much remains to be done, for there are many chapters, especially in the history of Middle West, that have only been sketched in broad outlines. A personal reminiscence like this book by Mr. Stuart fills an important place because it gives full details and throws the vivid light of personal experience on this period... Although the style is like that of most pioneer journals, Mr. Stuart was evidently a man of sympathy, humor, and understanding.

    Scout and Ranger. By James Pike

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    "With the exception of the fourth book, they deal with the Far West and are therefore of great interest to students of Oregon and California history.

    The Irrepressible Conflict, 1850-1865

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    "It provides an unusually interesting and valuable contribution both in its adequate documentation, and in the comprehensive discussion of social and cultural development.

    The Trail Blazers

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    "An increasing interest in the annals of the Great American West has led to the publication of a variety of books.

    The Irrepressible Conflict, 1850-1865

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    "It provides an unusually interesting and valuable contribution both in its adequate documentation, and in the comprehensive discussion of social and cultural development.

    Granville Stuart: Forty Years on the Frontier

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    "The history of our westward movement is rapidly being told but much remains to be done, for there are many chapters, especially in the history of Middle West, that have only been sketched in broad outlines. A personal reminiscence like this book by Mr. Stuart fills an important place because it gives full details and throws the vivid light of personal experience on this period... Although the style is like that of most pioneer journals, Mr. Stuart was evidently a man of sympathy, humor, and understanding.

    The Study of American History

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    "No better message could have been given by one whose work has shown such complete understanding of both peoples, nor could any plea have been more liberal in tone than this kindly farewell word from a real scholar who so recently passed this way into eternity.

    History of the American Frontier

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    "[The book] gives a chronological account of the frontier from 1763 to 1893… The general spirit in which this history is written is at once appreciative of the importance of the frontier with its epic quality and yet remains critical, filled with analytical discussions of frontier attitudes. Because of this, Mr. Paxson's contribution fills a real need.

    Scout and Ranger. By James Pike

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    "With the exception of the fourth book, they deal with the Far West and are therefore of great interest to students of Oregon and California history.

    The Trail Blazers

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    "An increasing interest in the annals of the Great American West has led to the publication of a variety of books.
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