Publisher's Synopsis
Ellice Larrabee: A Tale of the Olden Time is a historical fiction novel written by Mary E. A. Brown and published in 1889. The story takes place in the 17th century and follows the life of Ellice Larrabee, a young woman who is forced to leave her comfortable life in England and move to the American colonies. Ellice's father is a loyalist who supports the British monarchy, and when he is accused of treason, the family is forced to flee to America. In the colonies, Ellice must adjust to a new way of life and face the challenges of living in a new land. She meets new friends and enemies, falls in love, and experiences the struggles of the American Revolution.Throughout the novel, Ellice is portrayed as a strong and independent woman who is determined to overcome the obstacles in her path. The book also provides a glimpse into the social and political climate of the time, including the tensions between the British and American colonists.Overall, Ellice Larrabee: A Tale of the Olden Time is a captivating and well-written historical fiction novel that offers a fascinating look at life in the American colonies during the 17th century.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.
