Kate Aylesford: A Story of the Refugees by Charles J. Peterson
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"Kate Aylesford: A Story of the Refugees" by Charles J. Peterson is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds at the time of the American Revolutionary War, focusing on the trials and tribulations faced by its main characters, particularly Kate Aylesford, a young heiress navigating danger and heartache. As the narrative begins, it draws the reader into the perilous experience of Kate and her aunt aboard a ship
that faces disastrous circumstances at sea. At the start of the novel, Kate Aylesford and her aunt, Mrs. Warren, are aboard an armed merchant vessel navigating the Atlantic Ocean. As they admire the beautiful sunset, an unexpected and treacherous storm arises, leading to chaos and panic. Kate's bravery emerges as she seeks to help her terrified aunt and learns of the dire situation on deck. After the ship is severely damaged, Kate's courage is put to the test as she faces the high seas and the overwhelming odds of survival. The opening chapters set the tone for a gripping tale of resilience, love, and the fight for life amid the backdrop of historical conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Peterson, Charles J. (Charles Jacobs), 1819-1887 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 07036159 |
| Title | Kate Aylesford: A Story of the Refugees |
| Credits | Produced by Dennis Hyer |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | New Jersey -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Pine Barrens (N.J.) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58846 |
| Release Date | Feb 9, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 341 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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