Hammer And Rapier (1898)

Hammer and Rapier is a historical novel written by John Esten Cooke and first published in 1898. The novel is set during the American Revolution and follows the story of a young Virginian named Harry Lee. Harry is a brave and loyal patriot who joins the Continental Army to fight against the British. Along the way, he meets and falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Anne Cary. However, their love is complicated by the fact that Anne is a loyalist who supports the British cause.As the war rages on, Harry finds himself in the middle of some of the most important battles of the Revolution. He fights alongside famous figures such as George Washington and Lafayette and witnesses the hardships and sacrifices of war. Meanwhile, Anne struggles with her loyalty to her family and her love for Harry.The novel is filled with action, adventure, and romance, and provides a vivid portrayal of life during the American Revolution. Cooke's writing is rich and descriptive, bringing the characters and settings to life in a way that transports readers back in time. Hammer and Rapier is a classic historical novel that will appeal to anyone interested in American history or the genre of historical fiction.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.