The Hornet's Nest - Edward Payson Roe - Bog

The Hornet's Nest: A Story of Love and War is a historical novel written by Edward Payson Roe and published in 1892. Set during the American Revolution, the book tells the story of two young lovers, Philip Kent and Ruth Meredith, who find themselves caught up in the conflict between the British and American armies. As the war rages on, Philip and Ruth must navigate the dangers of battle and the challenges of their own relationship.The novel is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different stage of the war. In the first part, Philip and Ruth meet and fall in love, but their relationship is threatened by the arrival of British soldiers in their town. In the second part, Philip joins the Continental Army and fights in several battles, while Ruth stays behind and helps care for wounded soldiers. In the third part, the war comes to a dramatic conclusion, and Philip and Ruth must confront the aftermath of the conflict and the toll it has taken on their lives.Throughout the book, Roe weaves together themes of love, loyalty, and patriotism, as well as the brutality and devastation of war. The Hornet's Nest is a vivid and engaging portrayal of a pivotal moment in American history, and a moving tribute to the men and women who fought and sacrificed for their country.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.