In Blue And White - Brooks Elbridge Streeter

In Blue and White: The Adventures and Misadventures of Humphrey Vandyne, Trooper in Washington's Life Guard is a historical fiction novel written by Elbridge Streeter Brooks and first published in 1899. The book tells the story of Humphrey Vandyne, a young man who joins the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and becomes a member of George Washington's elite Life Guard.The novel is set during the period of the American Revolution and follows Vandyne's adventures as a soldier, including battles, skirmishes, and encounters with British troops. The book also explores Vandyne's personal life, including his relationships with fellow soldiers and his romantic interest in a young woman named Mary.Throughout the novel, Brooks provides vivid descriptions of life during the Revolutionary War, including the challenges faced by soldiers on both sides of the conflict. The book also highlights the importance of the Life Guard in protecting Washington and the Continental Army during the war.Overall, In Blue and White is a thrilling and engaging historical fiction novel that provides a unique perspective on the American Revolution and the role of the Life Guard in the conflict.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: 9781104182199