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A Soldier Of Manhattan: And His Adventures At Ticonderoga And Quebec (1897)

A Soldier Of Manhattan: And His Adventures At Ticonderoga And Quebec (1897)

Altsheler, Joseph Alexander

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ISBN10: 1436751594
ISBN13: 9781436751599
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 29 2008
Pages: 328
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Soldier of Manhattan: And His Adventures at Ticonderoga and Quebec is a historical fiction novel written by Joseph Alexander Altsheler and published in 1897. The story is set during the French and Indian War and follows the adventures of a young soldier named Robert Lennox. Lennox is a native of Manhattan who joins the British army and is sent to fight in the conflict against the French in North America.The novel begins with Lennox's arrival at Fort Edward, where he meets his fellow soldiers and begins his training. He quickly proves himself to be a skilled and courageous soldier, and is soon sent on a mission to scout out the French stronghold at Ticonderoga. Along the way, he encounters a group of friendly Native Americans who help him in his mission.After successfully completing his mission at Ticonderoga, Lennox is sent to Quebec to assist in the siege of the city. There, he faces numerous challenges and dangers, including harsh winter conditions, enemy attacks, and the betrayal of a fellow soldier. Despite these obstacles, Lennox remains determined to complete his mission and help his fellow soldiers achieve victory.Throughout the novel, Altsheler provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life during the French and Indian War, including the political tensions between the British and French, the harsh realities of battle, and the complex relationships between soldiers of different backgrounds and nationalities. The novel also explores themes of loyalty, courage, and the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity.Overall, A Soldier of Manhattan: And His Adventures at Ticonderoga and Quebec is a thrilling and engaging historical fiction novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period in American history.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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