Alice Of Old Vincennes (1900)

Alice Of Old Vincennes is a historical novel written by Maurice Thompson and published in 1900. The story is set in the late 18th century in the American Midwest and follows the life of Alice Roussillon, a young French woman who has grown up in the town of Vincennes, Indiana. The novel explores the complex relationships between the French, British, and Native American communities in the area during a time of great political and social upheaval.Alice is torn between her loyalty to her French heritage and her growing affection for John Druce, a British officer stationed in Vincennes. As tensions rise between the two communities, Alice finds herself caught in the middle of a dangerous conflict. Along the way, she encounters a cast of colorful characters, including the legendary Shawnee chief Tecumseh and the infamous George Rogers Clark.The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of life on the frontier and its portrayal of the complex cultural and political dynamics of the time. It has been praised for its historical accuracy and its engaging characters. Alice Of Old Vincennes remains a popular work of historical fiction and is considered a classic of American literature.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.