Publisher's Synopsis
Yamoyden: A Tale Of The Wars Of King Philip, In Six Cantos is a historical fiction book written by James Wallis Eastburn. The story is set during the 17th century and revolves around the conflicts between the Native American tribes and the English settlers in the New England region, particularly during the Wars of King Philip. The book is divided into six cantos, each depicting a different aspect of the war and the characters involved in it. The main character of the book is Yamoyden, a young Native American warrior who is torn between his loyalty to his people and his love for a white woman named Edith. The story follows Yamoyden's journey as he navigates through the complexities of the war and tries to reconcile his conflicting identities. The book also explores the themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, as well as the cultural differences between the Native Americans and the English settlers. It provides a vivid and detailed account of the historical events that took place during the Wars of King Philip, and the impact they had on the people involved. Overall, Yamoyden: A Tale Of The Wars Of King Philip, In Six Cantos is a compelling and well-written book that offers a unique perspective on a significant period in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American culture, colonial history, or historical fiction in general.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.
