The Canadian Brothers; Or, The Prophecy Fulfilled: A Tale of the Late American War — Volume 1: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

The Canadian Brothers; Or, The Prophecy Fulfilled: A Tale of the Late American War — Volume 1 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Richardson, Major (John) (1796–1852).

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"The Canadian Brothers; Or, The Prophecy Fulfilled: A Tale of the Late American War" by John Richardson is a novel published in 1840. This sequel to Richardson's earlier work "Wacousta" follows British army officers Gerald and Henry Grantham during the War of 1812. Gerald falls for Matilda Montgomerie, an American woman whose father is the villainous Jeremiah Desborough, a spy and descendant of the previous novel's antagonist. As a dark prophecy unfolds, the brothers face treachery, mistaken identity, and tragic consequences amid the conflict between British and American forces.

Book and edition facts

• Title: The Canadian Brothers; Or, The Prophecy Fulfilled: A Tale of the Late American War — Volume 1
• Author credits: Richardson, Major (John) (1796–1852)
• Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

• United States -- History -- War of 1812 -- Fiction
• War stories

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• Category: Historical Novels
• Category: Novels

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