Mary Derwent: a tale of Wyoming and Mohawk Valleys in 1778

Smoke drifts across the uneasy hush of the Wyoming and Mohawk Valleys, where the shadow of war presses against the fragile hopes of early American settlers. In the charged summer of 1778, lives intertwine on the raw edge of the frontier, where loyalty is tested and survival demands courage from women and men alike. Against a backdrop of embattled homesteads and the looming threat of conflict, this sweeping work of American historical fiction immerses readers in the daily realities and private struggles of colonial America. The narrative moves deftly through the complexities of the Revolutionary War, capturing both the stark beauty and the peril of the 18th century American wilderness.Within these pages, encounters between settlers and Native Americans are rendered with a keen sense of humanity and tension, revealing the layered relationships that shaped the early American frontier. The mohawk valley setting, rich with natural detail and historical resonance, grounds the story in a place both wild and deeply contested. Women in wartime emerge not as mere bystanders, but as central figures whose resilience and emotional depth illuminate the broader sweep of history. The novel's blend of frontier adventure and historical romance invites readers to inhabit a world where every choice is fraught with consequence, and where love and loyalty are as vital as courage.This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For readers drawn to the drama of early American frontier life, the tangled histories of the Wyoming Valley, and the enduring power of colonial America fiction, this volume stands as both a gripping narrative and a testament to the enduring spirit of a formative era.

Pagina's: 294, Paperback, Alpha Edition