Forest Glen; or, The Mohawk's Friendship: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Forest Glen; or, The Mohawk's Friendship: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Forest Glen; or, The Mohawk's Friendship is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Kellogg, Elijah (1813–1901).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Forest Glen; or, The Mohawk's Friendship" by Elijah Kellogg is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the intense and perilous life of frontier settlers during the brutal Indian wars, focusing on themes of survival, bravery, and inter-race relationships. The narrative likely features characters like the settlers and a Mohawk Indian, whose friendship serves as a central point of tension and conflict amid the backdrop of war and cultural exchange. At the start of the novel, the scene is set in the quiet yet ominous valley of Wolf Run, where the settlers are grappling with the threat of impending Indian attacks. As summer transitions to autumn, a sense of foreboding looms, with the settlers—and particularly the children—training for battles that they may soon have to fight. The opening introduces the realities of life on the frontier: the settlers' preparations for defense, the mixed sentiments of fear and determination, and the daily struggles of survival amid an environment filled with both natural beauty and danger. This sets the stage for the tale of war, friendship, and courage that unfolds as the settlers face both external and internal conflicts.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Forest Glen; or, The Mohawk's Friendship
- Author credits: Kellogg, Elijah (1813–1901)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Frontier and pioneer life -- Juvenile fiction
- Quakers -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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