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Wadsworth: Or The Charter Oak (1904)

Wadsworth: Or The Charter Oak (1904)

Gocher, William Henry

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral SociologyRegional: New England

ISBN10: 1167300998
ISBN13: 9781167300998
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 400
Weight: 1.66
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Wadsworth: Or The Charter Oak is a historical novel written by William Henry Gocher and originally published in 1904. The story is set in the 18th century and revolves around the events leading up to the famous Charter Oak incident in Connecticut. The protagonist, Captain John Wadsworth, is a wealthy and influential member of the community who becomes embroiled in a political struggle over the colonial charter. As tensions rise between the colonists and the British authorities, Wadsworth must navigate the treacherous waters of colonial politics while also dealing with personal conflicts and romantic entanglements. The novel offers a vivid portrayal of life in colonial America, including the social customs, political tensions, and economic realities of the time. It also provides a detailed account of the Charter Oak incident, which has become a symbol of American resistance to tyranny and oppression. Overall, Wadsworth: Or The Charter Oak is a gripping and informative historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of 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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