I was happy in the midst of dangers and inconveniences.
In this time the enemy began to undermine our fort, which was situated sixty yards from Kentucky River.
Many heroic exploits and chivalrous adventures are related to me which exist only in the regions of fancy. With me the world has taken great liberties, and yet I have been but a common man.
Nature was here a series of wonders, and a fund of delight.
In such a diversity it was impossible I should be disposed to melancholy.
Most of the memorable events I have myself been exercised in; and, for the satisfaction of the public, will briefly relate the circumstances of my adventures, and scenes of life, from my first movement to this country until this day.