Publisher's Synopsis
White Dawn: A Legend of Ticonderoga is a historical fiction novel written by Theodora Agnes Peck and first published in 1914. The story is set in the 18th century during the French and Indian War and revolves around the legendary figure of White Dawn, a Native American woman who becomes a key player in the conflict.The novel follows the story of White Dawn, a Mohawk woman who is captured by the French and taken to their stronghold at Ticonderoga. There, she meets and falls in love with a French officer named Le Gardeur de Repentigny, who is torn between his duty to his country and his feelings for White Dawn.As the war intensifies, White Dawn becomes a spy for the British and helps them to plan an attack on Ticonderoga. However, her loyalty is tested when she discovers that Le Gardeur is also involved in the attack. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the complex relationships between Native Americans and European settlers during this tumultuous period in American history.Peck's writing is praised for its vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of the American wilderness and the historical accuracy of the events portrayed. White Dawn: A Legend of Ticonderoga is a compelling and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the French and Indian War and the role of Native Americans in this pivotal moment in 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.
