Publisher's Synopsis
""Stephen of Philadelphia: A Story of Penn's Colony"" is a historical fiction novel written by James Otis and published in 1910. The book tells the story of Stephen, a young boy who travels with his family from England to Pennsylvania in the late 17th century. The colony, founded by William Penn as a refuge for Quakers and other religious groups, is a new and exciting place for Stephen to explore. As Stephen grows up in Philadelphia, he becomes involved in the political and social issues of the day, including tensions between the colonists and the Native Americans, as well as conflicts with the neighboring colonies of New York and Maryland. The novel also explores Stephen's personal relationships, including his friendship with a young Native American girl named Nita and his romantic interest in a young Quaker woman named Prudence. Throughout the book, Otis weaves in historical details and events, such as the founding of Philadelphia, the arrival of the first German settlers, and the establishment of the first public school in the colony. The novel offers a glimpse into life in colonial America and the challenges and opportunities faced by those who lived there. Overall, ""Stephen of Philadelphia"" is a captivating and informative read for anyone interested in American history and early colonial life.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.
