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Alice Of Old Vincennes (1900)

Alice Of Old Vincennes (1900)

Thompson, Maurice

Hardcover

General FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction

ISBN10: 1436594073
ISBN13: 9781436594073
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 2 2008
Pages: 444
Weight: 1.80
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Alice Of Old Vincennes is a historical novel written by Maurice Thompson and published in 1900. The story is set in the late 18th century in the town of Vincennes, Indiana, which was then a part of the Northwest Territory. The protagonist of the novel is Alice Roussillon, a young woman of French and American descent who is caught up in the conflict between the British and the French during the American Revolution.Alice is a spirited and independent woman who is determined to protect her family and her town from the British soldiers who have taken control of Vincennes. She becomes involved in a complex web of political intrigue and personal relationships as she tries to navigate the dangerous waters of war and love.The novel is notable for its vivid portrayal of life in the early American frontier, with detailed descriptions of the landscape, the people, and the customs of the time. It also explores themes of loyalty, patriotism, and the struggle for freedom that were central to the American Revolution.Overall, Alice Of Old Vincennes is a compelling historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the early days of the United States. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history or the development of the American novel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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