Featured in this lot is this 1902 edition of The Life of Kit Carson: The Great Western Hunter and Guide by Charles Burdett. The book chronicles the life and adventures of Christopher "Kit" Carson as one of the Old West's most famous hunter, guide and scout. Burdett portrays Carson as a classic American folk hero, describing his expeditions westward, his trade ventures, learning to fight from Native American Indians, and his settling in Indian cultures. Other notable topics include Carson's buffalo and bear hunting excursions, accounts of his involvement in John C. Fremont's expeditions, thrilling adventures and hair breadth escapes among the Indians and Mexicans, as well as his daring and invaluable services as a guide and scout. This tan cloth bound stamped texture hardcover is in good overall condition, very slight scuffing observed on cover edges. Top edge painted intact pages exhibit age tanning. No other obvious marring noted. Measures 5.5"W x 8.25"L x 1.25"D, weight 1lb.