The Head-Of-A-Hundred: Being An Account Of Certain Passages In The Life Of Humphrey Huntoon, Sometime An Officer In The Colony Of Virginia

By Maud Wilder Goodwin

Book Overview

The Head-Of-A-Hundred is a historical novel written by Maud Wilder Goodwin, first published in 1905. It tells the story of Humphrey Huntoon, a young man who emigrates from England to the colony of Virginia in the early 17th century. He becomes an officer in the Virginia militia and is appointed the head of a hundred, responsible for the welfare and protection of a hundred settlers.The novel follows Huntoon's life as he navigates the challenges of colonial life, including conflicts with Native Americans, disease, and political turmoil. He also faces personal struggles, such as his love for a woman who is already married and his own internal conflicts about his duty to his country and his loyalty to his friends.The Head-Of-A-Hundred is a detailed and vivid portrayal of life in colonial Virginia, with rich descriptions of the landscape, culture, and politics of the time. Goodwin's writing is engaging and immersive, and she brings to life the characters and events of the period with skill and sensitivity.Overall, The Head-Of-A-Hundred is a compelling and well-crafted historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of American colonization. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Virginia, the United States, or colonialism in general.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: 1163772518
• ISBN13: 9781163772515
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 226 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"