For Freedom's Sake (1896)

By Arthur Paterson

Book Overview

For Freedom's Sake is a historical novel written by Arthur Paterson and published in 1896. The story is set during the American Revolutionary War and follows the lives of two young men, Tom and Jack, who become soldiers in the Continental Army. The novel explores their experiences and struggles as they fight for the freedom of their country.The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different stage of the war. The first part introduces the two main characters and their families, as well as their decision to join the army. The second part follows their training and early battles, including the Battle of Bunker Hill. The third part covers the middle of the war, including the British occupation of Philadelphia and the Battle of Saratoga. The final part concludes with the end of the war and the characters' return home.Throughout the novel, Paterson portrays the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers, as well as the hardships they faced on and off the battlefield. He also highlights the importance of freedom and the American ideals of liberty and democracy.For Freedom's Sake is a classic historical novel that offers a vivid portrayal of the American Revolution and the people who fought for their country's independence. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history or the Revolutionary War.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436850207
• ISBN13: 9781436850209
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"