Janice Meredith A Story of the American Revolution

""Janice Meredith: A Story of the American Revolution"" is a novel written by Paul Leicester Ford. The book is set during the American Revolution and follows the life of Janice Meredith, a young woman from New Jersey who becomes caught up in the conflict between the British and the American colonists. Janice is torn between her loyalty to her family and her love for a young patriot named Charles Fownes. As the war rages on, Janice finds herself in the middle of dangerous situations and must make difficult decisions that will impact her future. The novel explores themes such as love, loyalty, sacrifice, and the struggle for independence. Throughout the book, the reader is introduced to many historical figures, including George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Benedict Arnold. The author weaves together real historical events with fictional characters and plotlines to create a compelling story that brings the American Revolution to life. Overall, ""Janice Meredith: A Story of the American Revolution"" is a captivating novel that provides a unique perspective on one of the most important events in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or the American Revolution.1899. The book begins: Alonzo now once more found himself upon an element that had twice proved destructive to his happiness, but Neptune was propitious, and with gentle breezes wafted him toward his haven of bliss, toward Amaryllis. Alas, when but one day from happiness, a Moorish zebec- Janice! called a voice. The effect on the reader and her listener, both of whom were sitting on the floor, was instantaneous. Each started and sat rigidly intent for a moment; then, as the sound of approaching footsteps became audible, one girl hastily slipped a little volume under the counterpane of the bed, while the other sprang to her feet, and in a hurried, flustered way pretended to be getting something out of a tall wardrobe.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.