
With Washington in the West, or, A Soldier Boy's Battles the Wilderness
By Edward StratemeyerLength6h 57m
About this audiobook
With Washington in the West is a historical fiction novel written by Edward Stratemeyer and published in 1892. The story is set during the American Revolutionary War and follows the adventures of a young soldier named David Morris, who fights alongside George Washington in the battles of the wilderness. The novel begins with David Morris, a young man from New Jersey, enlisting in the Continental Army and joining General George Washington's forces. He quickly proves himself to be a brave and skilled soldier, and is soon sent on a series of dangerous missions deep in the wilderness of the American frontier. As he journeys deeper into enemy territory, David must face a range of dangers and obstacles, including fierce battles with British soldiers and their Native American allies, harsh weather conditions, and treacherous terrain. Along the way, he forms close bonds with his fellow soldiers and learns important lessons about courage, loyalty, and sacrifice. Throughout the novel, Stratemeyer offers a vivid and highly detailed portrait of life during the American Revolutionary War, with all its hardships, heroism, and political intrigue. He also explores a range of themes, including the nature of patriotism and sacrifice, the importance of friendship and camaraderie, and the power of determination and perseverance. "With Washington in the West" is a classic work of historical fiction that has been widely praised for its engaging characters, vivid descriptions, and exciting plot. It is a thrilling and action-packed story of adventure, heroism, and patriotism, and remains a beloved classic of the genre.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length6 hrs 57 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 6, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE
2CHAPTER I THE HOMESTEAD IN THE CLEARING
3CHAPTER II WHITE BUFFALO BRINGS NEWS
4CHAPTER III IN THE FOREST
5CHAPTER IV DEER SHOOTING BY MOONLIGHT
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6CHAPTER V AN UNEXPECTED MEETING
7CHAPTER VI GEORGE WASHINGTON THE SURVEYOR
8CHAPTER VII THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAIN GAP
9CHAPTER VIII ON TO ANNAPOLIS
10CHAPTER IX A STORM IN THE MOUNTAINS
11CHAPTER X AN UNSUCCESSFUL MISSION
12CHAPTER XI DAVE BECOMES WASHINGTON’S ASSISTANT
13CHAPTER XII SURVEYING ALONG THE SHENANDOAH
14CHAPTER XIII A BEAR HUNT
15CHAPTER XIV HOME COMING IN THE SNOW
16CHAPTER XV THE SITUATION BETWEEN THE ENGLISH, FRENCH, AND INDIANS
17CHAPTER XVI DAVE’S DEPARTURE FOR THE WEST
18CHAPTER XVII CARRIED DOWN THE RIVER
19CHAPTER XVIII DAVE VISITS AN INDIAN VILLAGE
20CHAPTER XIX THE TRADING-POST ON THE KINOTAH
21CHAPTER XX AN ALARMING DISCOVERY
22CHAPTER XXI THE DEFENCE OF THE TRADING-POST
23CHAPTER XXII WASHINGTON’S MISSION TO FRENCH CREEK
24CHAPTER XXIII AN INDIAN’S TREACHERY
25CHAPTER XXIV WASHINGTON AT WILL’S CREEK
26CHAPTER XXV SOLDIERS OF THE WILDERNESS
27CHAPTER XXVI THE RETREAT TO FORT NECESSITY
28CHAPTER XXVII BATTLE AT GREAT MEADOWS
29CHAPTER XXVIII THE FALL OF THE TRADING-POST
30CHAPTER XXIX BRADDOCK’S DEFEAT AND FALL
31CHAPTER XXX FIGHTING IN THE FOREST
32CHAPTER XXXI FATHER AND SON
33CHAPTER XXXII BACK TO THE HOMESTEAD—CONCLUSION