I posted a copy of Emma Dent Parrett's memoirs at
genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/FamilyAssoc/DentBios

Emma was John Dent's granddaughter.
Her father was James. This is a 6 page
document describing John Dent's plantation,
and James' trip with his family to Illinois
in a covered wagon. Names mentioned include
Col. John Evans, William Berkshire, John E.
Dent, Enoch Dent and more.