A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett
A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1834
Book Brief
A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1834211
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • Early 19th century
1834
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett is the 1834 autobiography of American frontiersman, soldier, and politician David Crockett, with editorial assistance from Kentucky congressman Thomas Chilton. It recounts Crockett's experiences from childhood, including his near-death wolf hunt, military service, and political career, providing a vivid portrayal of early 19th-century frontier life, ending with his tenure in Congress. The book includes potentially sensitive recounts of violence, death, and war.
Adventurous
Informative
Humorous
Inspirational
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
David Crockett's memoir, A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett, presents a vivid account of frontier life and American individualism. Readers praise its authenticity and engaging storytelling, though some criticize the lack of historical accuracy and the author's evident self-promotion. Overall, it remains a valuable glimpse into the era and Crockett's colorful persona.
Who Should Read A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett?
Readers who enjoy autobiographies brimming with frontier adventure and American history will relish A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett. Fans of My Life on the Plains by George Armstrong Custer and Life and Adventures of Calamity Jane will find Crockett's firsthand accounts equally captivating.
211
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • Early 19th century
1834
Adult
14-18 years
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