Theophilus Trent

Theophilus Trent: Old Times In The Oak Openings is a novel written by Benjamin Franklin Taylor and first published in 1887. The story is set in the early 1800s in the Oak Openings region of Ohio and follows the life of Theophilus Trent, a young man who grows up in the wilderness and becomes a successful farmer and businessman.The novel is divided into two parts. The first part tells the story of Theophilus' childhood and early adulthood, as he learns to survive in the harsh wilderness and forms relationships with the Native American tribes that live in the area. The second part of the novel focuses on Theophilus' life as a successful businessman and family man, as he navigates the challenges of building a life in a rapidly changing world.Throughout the novel, Taylor explores themes of family, community, and the relationship between humans and the natural world. Theophilus' experiences with the Native American tribes and his commitment to preserving the wilderness around him serve as a reminder of the importance of respecting and protecting the environment.Overall, Theophilus Trent: Old Times In The Oak Openings is a vivid and engaging portrait of life in early America, told through the eyes of a memorable and inspiring protagonist.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.