The Led-Horse Claim - Foote, Mary Hallock
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The Led-Horse Claim : A Romance Of A Mining Camp. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

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The Led-Horse Claim : A Romance Of A Mining Camp. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
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Mary Hallock Foote (1847-1938) was an American writer and illustrator born on November 19, 1847, in Milton, New York. She studied painting at the Cooper Institute in New York City, where she was mentored by the renowned artist Winslow Homer. Foote gained recognition for her illustrations, contributing to prominent magazines like Harper's Weekly and Scribner's Monthly. Her artwork often depicted the rugged realities of life on the Western frontier, capturing the struggles and unique ways of life in mining communities. In addition to her illustration career, Foote wrote novels and short stories, many of which were inspired by her travels in the West. Her most famous work, The Led-Horse Claim, draws from her personal experiences living in mining camps. Foote also explored themes of personal and social challenges, particularly the roles of women in frontier life. Although Foote faced financial difficulties later in life, her literary and creative achievements were recognized in the 1930s. Her work offers valuable insight into the American West, documenting the complexities of life in frontier communities while highlighting her distinctive perspective on the era.