Cover of Tales, Trails, and Tommyknockers: Stories from Colorado's Past

Tales, Trails, and Tommyknockers: Stories from Colorado's Past

Written for all ages, this book is a collection of exciting stories from Colorado's past. Kit Carson, Chief Ouray, and Molly Brown are a few of the unforgettable characters brought to life. The lost gold mine of the Sangre de Cristos and Tommyknockers add a touch of the legendary. Intermediate level.

Audience
adult
Length
short · 144 pages

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