Forest Runners, a Story of the Great War Trail in Early Kentucky

First published in 1908, 'The Forest Runners, a Story of the Great War Trail in Early Kentucky' is a historical novel for children written by Joseph A. Altsheler. The second novel in 'The Young Trailers Series' is an exciting tale of adventure and daring-do in the American Old West, making it perfect for children with an interest in history. Joseph Alexander Altsheler (1862 - 1919) was an American journalist, editor and author famous for his of popular historical fiction aimed at children. Altsheler wrote a total of fifty-one novels during his life, as well as over fifty short stories. Other notable works by this author include: 'The Sun of Saratoga, a romance of Burgoyne's surrender' (1897) and 'In Circling Camps, a romance of the Civil War' (1900). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction and biography of the author.