Randall Parrish

Broschiertes Buch

When Wilderness Was King A Tale Of The Illinois Country

Beschreibung

Step into the untamed heart of the Illinois Country with "When Wilderness Was King," a gripping tale of adventure, courage, and romance by Randall Parrish. Rediscover this long-lost classic, now beautifully restored and republished by Alpha Editions after decades out of print. This edition is not just a reprint; it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, meticulously preserved for today's and future generations. Journey alongside the indomitable hero, John Wayland, as he navigates the perilous frontier, battling both nature and foes in a quest for justice and love. Parrish's vivid storytelling and rich historical detail transport readers to a time when the wilderness was both a kingdom and a battleground. This timeless narrative captures the spirit of exploration and the resilience of the human heart, making it a must-read for both casual readers and classic literature enthusiasts. Embrace the thrill of discovery and the allure of the past with this masterfully restored edition, a testament to the enduring power of storytelling. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of literary history that promises to captivate and inspire.

Autor

Randall Parrish (1858-1923) was an American lawyer, journalist, and writer, best known for his dime novels such as Wolves of the Sea (From the Manuscript of One Geoffry Carlyle, Seaman, Narrating Certain Strange Journey That Befell Him Aboard the power source Pirate Craft "Namur"). Parrish was the only son of Rufus Parker and Frances Adeline (Hollis) Parrish and was born in Kewanee, Illinois. On June 10, 1858, he was born in "Rose Cottage," which later became the location of the city's Methodist Episcopal church. The old family house was in Gilmanton, New Hampshire, but Parrish' parents relocated to Kewanee from Boston, where Rufus Parker Parrish was a businessman and important anti-slavery activist with William Lloyd Garrison and others. Both parents knew many prominent Bostonians of the time, such as Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., John Greenleaf Whittier, Wendell Phillips, and Ralph Waldo Emerson. The Parrish family arrived in Kewanee, then a mere excuse for a community, in April 1855, with the husband working at the pioneer store of Morse & Willard, which was located at the corner of Main and Fourth streets.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Edition
• Seitenzahl: 218
• Erscheinungstermin: 24. Mai 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 13mm
• Gewicht: 361g
• ISBN-13: 9789367246108
• ISBN-10: 9367246102
• Artikelnr.: 74254587