Patty Williams' Voyage: A Story Almost Wholly True (1861)

By Annie M. Wells

Book Overview

Patty Williams' Voyage: A Story Almost Wholly True is a novel written by Annie M. Wells in 1861. The book tells the story of Patty Williams, a young girl who sets out on a journey across the Atlantic Ocean to reunite with her father in America. The story is based on the author's own experiences, as she was born in England and traveled to America as a child.The novel begins in England, where Patty lives with her mother and siblings. Her father had left for America several years earlier to find work and establish a new life for his family. Patty longs to be reunited with her father, and when her mother falls ill, she decides to make the journey to America alone.Patty's journey is filled with challenges and adventures, including a storm at sea, encounters with pirates, and a daring escape from captivity. Along the way, she meets a cast of colorful characters, including a kind sea captain, a brave cabin boy, and a helpful Native American.Despite the many obstacles she faces, Patty remains determined to reach her destination and reunite with her father. When she finally arrives in America, she discovers that her father has been successful in his endeavors and has built a new life for their family.Patty Williams' Voyage: A Story Almost Wholly True is a heartwarming tale of perseverance, courage, and the power of family. It offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by immigrants in the 19th century and celebrates the spirit of adventure and exploration that has driven people to seek new horizons throughout history.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: 1163885681
• ISBN13: 9781163885680
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"