The Oklahoma Scout (1889

The Oklahoma Scout is a historical novel written by Theodore Baughman and published in 1889. The story is set in the late 19th century in the newly formed state of Oklahoma, which was still largely unsettled and lawless at the time. The protagonist of the novel is a young man named Jack Andrews, who is hired as a scout by the US Army to help bring law and order to the region.As Jack travels through the Oklahoma Territory, he encounters a variety of characters, both good and bad, who are struggling to survive in this harsh and unforgiving landscape. Along the way, he must use all of his skills as a scout and tracker to navigate the treacherous terrain and outsmart the outlaws and bandits who are terrorizing the local communities.As the story unfolds, Jack becomes increasingly involved in the struggle to bring justice to the Oklahoma Territory. He forms alliances with other like-minded individuals and works tirelessly to bring the criminals to justice. Along the way, he also falls in love with a local woman, adding a romantic subplot to the novel.Overall, The Oklahoma Scout is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of the American West in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the region and the people who helped shape it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.