With Washington in the West, or, A Soldier Boy's Battles the Wilderness

With Washington in the West, or, A Soldier Boy's Battles the Wilderness

By Edward Stratemeyer
Michael Caine
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Length6h 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
18CHAPTER XVII CARRIED DOWN THE RIVER
2CHAPTER I THE HOMESTEAD IN THE CLEARING
19CHAPTER XVIII DAVE VISITS AN INDIAN VILLAGE
3CHAPTER II WHITE BUFFALO BRINGS NEWS
20CHAPTER XIX THE TRADING-POST ON THE KINOTAH
4CHAPTER III IN THE FOREST
21CHAPTER XX AN ALARMING DISCOVERY
5CHAPTER IV DEER SHOOTING BY MOONLIGHT
22CHAPTER XXI THE DEFENCE OF THE TRADING-POST
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6CHAPTER V AN UNEXPECTED MEETING
23CHAPTER XXII WASHINGTON’S MISSION TO FRENCH CREEK
7CHAPTER VI GEORGE WASHINGTON THE SURVEYOR
24CHAPTER XXIII AN INDIAN’S TREACHERY
8CHAPTER VII THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAIN GAP
25CHAPTER XXIV WASHINGTON AT WILL’S CREEK
9CHAPTER VIII ON TO ANNAPOLIS
26CHAPTER XXV SOLDIERS OF THE WILDERNESS
10CHAPTER IX A STORM IN THE MOUNTAINS
27CHAPTER XXVI THE RETREAT TO FORT NECESSITY
11CHAPTER X AN UNSUCCESSFUL MISSION
28CHAPTER XXVII BATTLE AT GREAT MEADOWS
12CHAPTER XI DAVE BECOMES WASHINGTON’S ASSISTANT
29CHAPTER XXVIII THE FALL OF THE TRADING-POST
13CHAPTER XII SURVEYING ALONG THE SHENANDOAH
30CHAPTER XXIX BRADDOCK’S DEFEAT AND FALL
14CHAPTER XIII A BEAR HUNT
31CHAPTER XXX FIGHTING IN THE FOREST
15CHAPTER XIV HOME COMING IN THE SNOW
32CHAPTER XXXI FATHER AND SON
16CHAPTER XV THE SITUATION BETWEEN THE ENGLISH, FRENCH, AND INDIANS
33CHAPTER XXXII BACK TO THE HOMESTEAD—CONCLUSION
17CHAPTER XVI DAVE’S DEPARTURE FOR THE WEST

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