Daniel Boone

Felicity, the companion of content, is rather found in our own breasts than in the enjoyment of external things; and I firmly believe it requires but a little philosophy to make a man happy in whatever state he is. ”

May the same Almighty Goodness banish the accursed monster, war, from all lands, with her hated associates, rapine and insatiable ambition! ”

Curiosity is natural to the soul of man and interesting objects have a powerful influence on our affections. ”

In such a diversity it was impossible I should be disposed to melancholy. ”

On the fourth day of July following, a party of about two hundred Indians attacked Boonsborough, killed one man, and wounded two. ”

I was happy in the midst of dangers and inconveniences. ”

I have never been lost, but I will admit to being confused for several weeks. ”

Most of the memorable events I have myself been exercised in; and, for the satisfaction of the public, will briefly relate the circumstances of my adventures, and scenes of life, from my first movement to this country until this day. ”

During our travels, the Indians entertained me well; and their affection for me was so great, that they utterly refused to leave me there with the others, although the Governor offered them one hundred pounds sterling for me, on purpose to give me a parole to go home. ”

Soon after, I returned home to my family, with a determination to bring them as soon as possible to live in Kentucky, which I esteemed a second paradise, at the risk of my life and fortune. ”