Memories of Old Montana

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Price, Con, 1869-1958

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Memories of Old Montana" by Con Price is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The book narrates the life and experiences of Con Price, focusing on his adventures as a cowboy in Montana and surrounding areas from the late 1860s through the late 19th century. Through his vivid recollections, Price shares stories of the cattle industry, encounters with prominent Western figures, and insights into cowboy culture. At the start of the memoir, Price recounts his early life in Iowa, marked by hardship after his father's death. He recalls the difficult circumstances of his childhood, including being adopted by a new family and the emotional turmoil of his eventual return to his biological mother. The narrative then transitions to his adventurous youth, with memories of cattle herding and a desperate attempt to escape his unfriendly stepfather, showcasing the challenges and roughness of frontier life. Price's stories paint a vivid picture of the trials faced by cowboys and the tough realities of their existence in the Old West. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Roger Frank

Notes:

Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2017-11-20