I don't know whether he really did all the things he wrote. Frankly, I don't care. He transported me as a young farm kid to places I'd never be and allowed me to accompany him on adventures I'd never do in real life. I may have been hoping weeds out of beans or attending school during the day; but at night... At night, I'd be listening to hyenas, elephants, and lions.
He and Patrick F. McManus made this kid's world bigger, more exciting, and infinitely more enjoyable.
I thank them both for that.
Eloquently put!
“My horn is full and my pouch is stocked with ball and patch. There is a new, sharp flint in my lock and my rifle and I are ready. It is sighted true and my eyes can still aim.” Kaywoodie
