Originally published anonymously, it was later revealed that this classic work of political fiction was penned by Henry Brooks Adams, the renowned essayist and journalist best known for the autobiography The Education of Henry Adams. Though fictionalized, Democracy: An American Novel offers a gripping account of the vagaries and vicissitudes of political power that still rings true more than a century after it was first published.
A canoe containing two boys and a man was moving slowly on one of the little lakes in the great northern wilderness of what is now the State of New York. The water, a brilliant blue under skies of the same intense sapphire tint, rippled away gently on either side of the prow, or rose in heaps of glittering bubbles, as the paddles were lifted for a new stroke. Vast masses of dense foliage in the tender green of early spring crowned the high banks of the lake on every side. The eye found no break anywhere. Only the pink or delicate red of a wild flower just bursting into bloom varied the solid expanse of emerald walls; and save for the canoe and a bird of prey, darting in a streak of silver for a fish, the surface of the water was lone and silent. The three who used the paddles were individual and unlike, none of them bearing any resemblance to the other two. The man sat in the stern. He was of middle years, built very powerfully and with muscles and sinews developed to an amazing degree. His face, in childhood quite fair, had been burned almost as brown as that of an Indian by long exposure. He was clothed wholly in tanned deerskin adorned with many little colored beads. A hatchet and knife were in the broad belt at his waist, and a long rifle lay at his feet. His face was fine and open and he would have been noticed anywhere. But the eyes of the curious would surely have rested first upon the two youths with him. One was back of the canoe's center on the right side and the other was forward on the left. The weight of the three occupants was balanced so nicely that their delicate craft floated on a perfectly even keel. The lad near the prow was an Indian of a nobler type than is often seen in these later days, when he has been deprived of the native surroundings that fit him like the setting of a gem. The Indian, although several years short of full manhood, was tall, with limbs slender as was usual in his kind; but his shoulders were broad and his chest wide and deep. His color was a light copper, the tint verging toward red, and his face was illumined wonderfully by black eyes that often flashed with a lofty look of courage and pride. The young warrior, Tayoga, a coming chief of the clan of the Bear, of the nation Onondaga, of the League of the Hodenosaunee, known to white men as the Iroquois, was in all the wild splendor of full forest attire. His headdress,gustoweh, was the product of long and careful labor. It was a splint arch, curving over the head, and crossed by another arch from side to side, the whole inclosed by a cap of fine network, fastened with a silver band. From the crest, like the plume of a Roman knight, a cluster of pure white feathers hung, and on the side of it a white feather of uncommon size projected upward and backward, the end of the feather set in a little tube which revolved with the wind, the whole imparting a further air of distinction to his strong and haughty countenance.
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The Last Rebel by Joseph A. Altsheler: Set during the American Civil War, "The Last Rebel" tells the tale of a young Confederate soldier named Harry Kenton. Through captivating storytelling, Joseph A. Altsheler immerses readers in the tumultuous era of the Civil War and the struggles faced by those caught in the midst of the conflict. Harry's journey unfolds against the backdrop of historic battles, personal trials, and the quest for honor and loyalty, making the book a compelling historical novel. Key Aspects of the Book "The Last Rebel": American Civil War Setting: Altsheler provides a vivid depiction of the Civil War era, exploring the historical events that shaped the lives of the characters. Character Development: The novel delves into the personal growth and challenges faced by the protagonist, Harry Kenton, as he navigates the complexities of war and allegiance. Historical Accuracy: Readers encounter meticulous research and attention to detail, which lend authenticity to the portrayal of the Civil War and its impact on individuals and communities. Joseph A. Altsheler was an American author known for his historical fiction and adventure novels for young readers. Born in 1862, Altsheler's passion for history and storytelling is evident in his works, which transport readers to pivotal moments in history. Through "The Last Rebel," he brings the American Civil War to life, capturing the bravery and struggles of those who lived through this transformative period.
You have the keenest eyes in the troop. Can you see anything ahead? asked Colonel Winchester. "Nothing living, sir," replied Dick Mason, as he swept his powerful glasses in a half-curve. "There are hills on the right and in the center, covered with thick, green forest, and on the left, where the land lies low, the forest is thick and green too, although I think I catch a flash of water in it." "That should be the little river of which our map tells. And you, Warner, what do your eyes tell you?" "The same tale they tell to Dick, sir. It looks to me like a wilderness."
Immerse yourself in the tale of John, Carstairs, and Wharton as they navigate the trenches of World War I in this thrilling novel, 'The Hosts of the Air'. With the Germans just a few hundred feet away, both sides endure disease, dirt, and death. When John's friend Weber arrives with news of Julie's return as a nurse, he rushes to find her amidst the chaos. But when Julie is captured by the enemy, John must embark on a daring rescue mission, risking everything to save her.
A collection of twenty-two nursery rhymes, including "Old King Cole" and "Little Bo-Peep," fashioned into full-length stories by the author of "The Wizard of Oz."
