Philip Nolan's Friends - Edward Everett Hale

Philip Nolan�������s Friends: A Story Of The Change Of The Western Empire is a historical novel written by Edward Everett Hale and first published in 1904. The book tells the story of Philip Nolan, a young man who is court-martialed for treason during the early 19th century. Nolan is found guilty of treason for conspiring with the Spanish government to overthrow the United States government. As punishment, Nolan is sentenced to spend the rest of his life on a ship, with no contact with the outside world. The novel follows the life of Nolan and the people he meets on the ship, including the captain and crew. Over time, Nolan becomes a respected member of the crew and develops close friendships with many of the sailors. He also becomes an expert in the geography and history of the western United States. As the years go by, the western United States undergoes significant changes, including the expansion of the railroad and the settlement of new territories. Nolan�������s knowledge of the region becomes increasingly valuable, and he is eventually granted a pardon by the President of the United States. However, Nolan�������s friends on the ship are hesitant to let him leave, as they have grown to love him and consider him one of their own. Philip Nolan�������s Friends is a captivating tale of friendship, redemption, and the changing landscape of the American West. Hale�������s detailed descriptions of life on the ship and the historical events of the time period make for a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history and literature.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.

EAN: 9781437149173