Israel Potter His 50 Years Of Exile

""Israel Potter: His 50 Years of Exile"" is a historical novel written by Herman Melville, published in 1855. The book tells the story of Israel Potter, a man who fought in the American Revolutionary War but was captured by the British and spent the next 50 years of his life in exile. The novel is divided into two parts. The first part follows Potter's life in America, his enlistment in the Continental Army, his capture by the British, and his imprisonment in England. The second part describes Potter's experiences in England and his eventual return to America.Throughout the book, Melville explores themes such as patriotism, loyalty, and the nature of freedom. He also provides a detailed look at life in America and England during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.Overall, ""Israel Potter: His 50 Years of Exile"" is a compelling historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the American Revolution and its aftermath. Melville's vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling make it a must-read for anyone interested in American history or literature.When chair-bottoming would fail, resort was had to matchmaking. That business being overdone in turn, next came the cutting of old rags, bits of paper, nails, and broken glass. Nor was this the last step. From the gutter he slid to the sewer. The slope was smooth. In poverty, --""Facilis descensus Averni.""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.