Publisher's Synopsis
Hardscrabble Or The Fall Of Chicago: A Tale Of Indian Warfare is a historical fiction novel written by John Richardson. Set in the late 1700s, the book follows the story of the American frontier town of Hardscrabble, which is located near present-day Chicago. The town is under constant threat of attack from various Native American tribes, who are fighting to protect their land from the encroaching settlers.The novel focuses on the lives of several characters, including the town's founder, Captain Whistler, and his family, as well as a group of soldiers and settlers who are trying to defend Hardscrabble from the Native American attacks. The book also explores the complex relationships between the settlers and the Native Americans, as well as the political tensions between the British and the Americans during this time period.As the story progresses, tensions between the settlers and the Native Americans escalate, leading to a brutal and devastating battle that ultimately results in the fall of Hardscrabble. The book is a gripping tale of survival, sacrifice, and the harsh realities of life on the American frontier during a time of great conflict and upheaval.Overall, Hardscrabble Or The Fall Of Chicago: A Tale Of Indian Warfare is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the history of the American frontier. With its vivid descriptions of life on the frontier, engaging characters, and thrilling action sequences, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages and backgrounds.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.
