The Forest Spy: A Tale Of The War Of 1812 (1910)

By Edward S. Ellis

Book Overview

The Forest Spy: A Tale Of The War Of 1812 is a historical fiction novel written by Edward Sylvester Ellis and first published in 1910. The story is set during the War of 1812 and follows the adventures of a young man named Paul Hover, who lives on the frontier and becomes a spy for the American army. Paul, who is skilled in hunting and tracking, is recruited by General Harrison to gather information about the British army's movements in the forested areas of the Great Lakes region. He must navigate dangerous terrain and avoid detection from the enemy while carrying out his mission. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including Native Americans, British soldiers, and fellow American spies.The novel provides a vivid portrayal of life on the frontier during the War of 1812, including the challenges of survival in the wilderness and the tensions between different groups of people. It also highlights the importance of intelligence gathering and the bravery of those who risked their lives to provide information to the military.Overall, The Forest Spy is a thrilling adventure story that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in American history. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the War of 1812.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: 1120759617
• ISBN13: 9781120759610
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"