The Story of Tonty - Catherwood, Mary Hartwell
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Experience the thrilling age of French exploration in "The Story of Tonty," a captivating work of historical fiction by Mary Hartwell Catherwood. Journey into 17th-century New France and discover the untold stories surrounding La Salle's ambitious expeditions. This meticulously researched narrative delves into the life and times of Tonty, a key figure in La Salle's endeavors to chart the vast North American interior. Through vivid storytelling and historical accuracy, Catherwood brings to life the challenges, triumphs, and human drama of this pivotal era. A classic tale of courage and…mehr

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Experience the thrilling age of French exploration in "The Story of Tonty," a captivating work of historical fiction by Mary Hartwell Catherwood. Journey into 17th-century New France and discover the untold stories surrounding La Salle's ambitious expeditions. This meticulously researched narrative delves into the life and times of Tonty, a key figure in La Salle's endeavors to chart the vast North American interior. Through vivid storytelling and historical accuracy, Catherwood brings to life the challenges, triumphs, and human drama of this pivotal era. A classic tale of courage and adventure, "The Story of Tonty" offers a unique perspective on the colonial period and the enduring legacy of French exploration in the United States. A compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction and the early history of America. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Autorenporträt
Mary Hartwell Catherwood was born to Marcus Hartwell and Pheba Thompson and became known as an American author focused on historical romances, short stories, and poetry. Raised in Ohio and later Illinois, she lost her parents young and was brought up by her maternal grandfather. At thirteen she earned a teacher s certificate and began teaching locally before enrolling at Granville Female College, completing her course in three years. After teaching and an early writing stint in Cincinnati, she married James Steele Catherwood, with whom she had a daughter, Hazel. They lived mainly in Hoopeston, Illinois, where her growing reputation led to the founding of a literary club in her honor. Her interest expanded to French colonial North America, and historian Francis Parkman praised her meticulous historical accuracy. She was part of the Western Association of Writers and supported fellow authors like James Whitcomb Riley. Near the end of her life, her novel Lazarre was adapted for the stage. She died in Chicago, remembered for enriching American historical fiction with authenticity and vivid local color.