The Life of Francis Marion by William Gilmore Simms
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"The Life of Francis Marion" by William Gilmore Simms is a historical biography written in the mid-19th century. The book focuses on the life and exploits of Francis Marion, a prominent figure in South Carolina's Revolutionary War history, known for his strategic prowess and guerrilla warfare against British forces. Simms aims to illuminate Marion's contributions to the Southern campaign, often overshadowed by more prominent figures. The opening of the biography introduces us
to the context of Marion's life, detailing his Huguenot ancestry and the severe hardships faced by early settlers in South Carolina. Simms paints a vivid picture of Marion's character and upbringing, emphasizing the influence of his surroundings and community—a blend of resilience and courage forged through adversity. The narrative transitions into Marion's early exploits, establishing him as a figure driven by patriotism and a sense of duty, which sets the stage for his later prominence in the revolutionary struggle. The book thus begins with an exploration of Marion’s roots and the historical backdrop that shaped his life and career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Simms, William Gilmore, 1806-1870 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Life of Francis Marion |
| Credits | Produced by Alan Light, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E201: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783) |
| Subject | Marion, Francis, 1732-1795 |
| Subject | Generals -- United States -- Biography |
| Subject | South Carolina -- Militia -- Biography |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Campaigns |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Biography |
| Subject | South Carolina -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Campaigns |
| Subject | Georgia -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Campaigns |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 843 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-00843-1 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 1997 |
| Last Update | Mar 21, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 833 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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