The Wigwam And The Cabin (1882) - William Simms Gilmore

The Wigwam And The Cabin is a historical novel written by William Gilmore Simms and first published in 1882. The book is set in the early 19th century and follows the lives of two families living in the American South - one white and one Native American. The story begins with the arrival of a white family, the Colletons, who move into a cabin in the woods. They soon meet their Native American neighbors, the Musgroves, who live in a wigwam nearby. Despite their cultural differences, the two families form a close bond and become friends. As the story progresses, the families face various challenges and conflicts, including conflicts with other settlers and clashes between the white and Native American communities. The book explores themes of friendship, family, loyalty, and the impact of cultural differences on relationships.Simms, a prominent Southern writer and historian, was known for his vivid descriptions of life in the American South. The Wigwam And The Cabin is considered one of his most popular works and is praised for its realistic portrayal of the complex relationships between white settlers and Native Americans during this time period.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: 9781104408855