A legend, according to Webster, is any story, be it truth or fiction, which dates back to early days. In this connection, it may be of interest to the reader to know that the, stories of adventure in this volume are found ed upon real events; but, wherever it has seemed best, names have been changed. In committing to paper the histories of Maune', the Chippewa girl, and Henry Rogers, there has been practically no deviation from the facts as related by their descendants.