For Love Of Country

For Love of Country: A Story of Land and Sea in the Days of Revolution is a historical novel by Cyrus Townsend Brady. Set during the American Revolution, the book tells the story of a young man named Philip Kent, who is torn between his loyalty to his country and his love for a British woman. As the war rages on, Philip becomes a privateer, fighting for the American cause on the high seas. Along the way, he faces danger, betrayal, and heartbreak, but ultimately finds his place in the fight for independence. The book offers a vivid portrayal of life during the Revolutionary War, with detailed descriptions of battles, naval encounters, and the struggles of ordinary people caught up in the conflict. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and patriotism, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in American history or historical fiction. Overall, For Love of Country is a gripping tale of adventure and romance set against the backdrop of one of the most important periods in American history.The Action Between Ships Named The Randolph And The Yarmouth Really Happened, The Small Ship Did Engage The Greater For The Indicated Purpose. Author Substituted The Name Of The Gallant Sailor And Daring Hero Who Commanded The Little Randolph, And Lost His Life.' Incidents And Anecdotes And Most Of The Conversations In Which Washington Appears Are Absolutely Historical. Author Dwelt On The Trenton And Princeton Campaigns As Admiration For Washington As A Man And A Soldier To Exhibit Him As He Was At One Of The Most Critical And Brilliant Points Of His Career. Notable Chapter Headings: Lord Dunmore's Men Pay An Evening Call; A Faithful Subject Of His Majesty; The Loyal Talbots; A Soldier's Epitaph; Captain John Paul Jones; The Port Of Philadelphia; Washington - A Man With Human Passions; Crossing The Delaware; Trenton - The Lion Strikes; My Lord Cornwallis; A Death Grapple On The Deep; The Prisoners On The Yarmouth; Captain Vincent Mystified; The Last Of The Randolph; And Others.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.