| Author |
Hamilton, W. J., 1843-1892 |
| Title |
The Peddler Spy; or, Dutchmen and Yankees. A Tale of the Capture of Good Hope
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 92.8 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Peddler Spy; or, Dutchmen and Yankees. A Tale of the Capture of Good Hope" by W. J. Hamilton is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story explores early colonial tensions between Dutch settlers and English Yankees along the Connecticut River, particularly surrounding a fort known as "The House of Good Hope." The main character, Boston Bainbridge, is a crafty hawker who navigates these cultural clashes, engaging in clever trades while collecting intel that could have deeper implications for the conflict between the two groups. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to the historical setting and the rivalry between the Dutch and the Yankees through a blend of humor and sharp observation of character traits. Bainbridge arrives at Good Hope, eager to peddle his wares to the unsuspecting Dutchmen, who are easily outsmarted in their dealings with him. The narrative describes various interactions showcasing Bainbridge's shrewdness as he sells subpar merchandise while hinting at underlying tensions that could lead to conflict. This backdrop sets the stage for the unfolding drama as tensions escalate and alliances are tested, particularly through romantic entanglements involving female characters, suggesting the personal stakes amidst the larger cultural clash. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Historical fiction
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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| Subject |
United States -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Dime novels
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
55772 |
| Release Date |
Oct 18, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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