Won At Last: Or Memoirs Of Captain George And Mrs. Hannah Smith (1870)

By Smith Thornley Smith and Thornley Smith

Book Overview

Won At Last: Or Memoirs Of Captain George And Mrs. Hannah Smith (1870) is a historical novel written by Thornley Smith. The book is set in the late 18th century and tells the story of Captain George Smith and his wife, Hannah. The couple, who were both born into poverty, rise to prosperity through hard work, determination, and a bit of luck.The novel follows the couple's journey from their humble beginnings to their eventual success. Captain George starts out as a sailor, but after a few close calls at sea, he decides to quit and pursue a different career. He eventually becomes a successful businessman and rises through the ranks of society.Hannah, on the other hand, starts out as a servant in a wealthy household. She catches the eye of Captain George and the two eventually fall in love and get married. Together, they navigate the challenges of their social status and work to build a better life for themselves.Throughout the book, the reader is taken on a journey through the ups and downs of the couple's life. From their struggles with poverty to their eventual success, the story is a testament to the power of hard work and determination.Won At Last: Or Memoirs Of Captain George And Mrs. Hannah Smith is a heartwarming tale of love, perseverance, and the pursuit of the American dream. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or the history of the United States.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: 1104532751
• ISBN13: 9781104532758
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"