The Last of the Illini (Classic Reprint): Or the Legend of Starved Rock, a Tale of Illinois - Couverture souple

Roundy, William Noble

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330414845 ISBN 13 : 9781330414842

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore a sweeping epic of the Illini and a nation’s fate, told with mythic voice and vivid adventure.

Set along old rivers and frontier camps, this tale weaves legends, battles, and the endurance of a people under pressure from many nations. From humble beginnings to a dramatic rise and struggles against invasion, it follows leaders, warriors, and steadfast families through hardship, honor, and sacrifice. The book blends history-inspired narrative with folk rhythm, inviting readers to glimpse a vanished world shaped by weather, hunger, courage, and voice of the land itself.

Experience a living, dramatic portrait of a people caught between hope and hardship. The narrative offers rich scenes of camp life, strategic pressure, and intimate moments of loyalty and love that illuminate the human side of a grand historical saga.

• Vivid scenes of rivers, camps, and long journeys across the Midwest landscape.


• Key figures who rally tribes, form alliances, and confront hard choices.


• Moments of courage, family bonds, and the cost of survival in lean times.


• A blend of legend, historical feel, and lyrical storytelling that draws you into the era.

Ideal for readers who enjoy epic legends rooted in North American history and distinctive, character-driven storytelling.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

The story that I fain would fashion, Is a legend of the I ndians; Floated down from misty ages, From the twilight times long vanished. When the copper colored Redmen Roamed in pride these vast prairies, Free and careless as the eagles; Wild as storm-clouds in a tempest; Happy like all things unfettered. Tis of old times that I tell you: Of the days when all these regions Scarcely knew a white mans footprint; When the panther, deer and bison Shared these meadows, plains and woodlands With the wild and wandering tribesmen The Kickapoos, the Sacs and Foxes; The Ottawas and Pottawatomies: Last of all and of all greatest. The ruling nation, the l Uini; Tis the latter and their death-song Makes the burden of my story.
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About the Publisher

Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.

Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330414845
• ISBN 13: 9781330414842
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 116
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