Publisher's Synopsis
Lady Hancock: A Story Of The American Revolution is a historical novel written by Mary Elizabeth Springer in 1900. The book is set during the American Revolution and follows the story of Lady Hancock, a fictional character who is the wife of a wealthy merchant in Boston. Lady Hancock is a strong and independent woman who becomes involved in the revolutionary movement, despite the risks and dangers involved.As the story unfolds, Lady Hancock's husband is arrested and imprisoned by the British, leaving her to manage their business and take care of their family. She becomes a key player in the revolutionary movement, using her influence and resources to support the cause. Along the way, she meets and befriends many historical figures, including Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and Paul Revere.The book explores themes of patriotism, loyalty, and sacrifice, as Lady Hancock risks everything to support the revolution and fight for the freedom of her country. It also provides insight into the role of women during this time period, and the important contributions they made to the cause of independence.Overall, Lady Hancock: A Story Of The American Revolution is a compelling and informative historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the events of the American Revolution. It is a must-read for anyone interested in this important period of American history.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.
