The Captives Of Abb's Valley: A Legend Of Frontier Life
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ISBN10: 054847351X
ISBN13: 9780548473511
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 12 2007
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.59
Height: 0.41 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9780548473511
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 12 2007
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.59
Height: 0.41 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Captives of Abb's Valley: A Legend of Frontier Life is a historical novel written by James Moore Brown. The book is set in the late 18th century and tells the story of two children, Mary and Henry Draper, who are taken captive by Native Americans during a raid on their home in Abb's Valley, Virginia. The novel follows their experiences as captives, including their interactions with their captors and the challenges they face in adapting to a new way of life.The book also explores the broader historical context of the time, including the conflicts between Native Americans and European settlers, as well as the social and cultural differences between the two groups. Through the characters of Mary and Henry, the author highlights the complexities of these relationships and the impact they had on individuals and communities.Overall, The Captives of Abb's Valley is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the history of the American frontier. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the United States or the experiences of those who lived during this turbulent period.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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