I am looking for books by Kenneth Roberts. He wrote in 1930 - 1950's. I am interested in those about the french and Indian War and American Revolutionary War in the New England area. Any help would be appreciated.
I am looking for books by Kenneth Roberts. He wrote in 1930 - 1950's. I am interested in those about the french and Indian War and American Revolutionary War in the New England area. Any help would be appreciated.
you might enjoy..zane greys trilogy..betty zane,spirit of the border,and the last trail...happy trails
The Wikipedia article on Kenneth Roberts lists the following as "key" historical novels:
Arundel (1929), on the American Revolution through the Battle of Quebec
The Lively Lady (1931), on the War of 1812
Rabble in Arms (1933), the sequel to Arundel, on the American Revolution through the Battles of Saratoga
Captain Caution (1934), on the War of 1812
Northwest Passage (1937), on the French and Indian War and the Jonathan Carver expedition
Oliver Wiswell (1940), on the American Revolution from a Loyalist's perspective, from the Siege of Boston to the United Empire Loyalists
Lydia Bailey (1947), on the Haitian Revolution and the First Barbary War
Boon Island (1955), on a 1710 shipwreck on Boon Island, Maine
(Roberts wrote many more novels in addition to these)
Northwest Passage is probably his most famous book. You might have seen the 1940 movie starring Spencer Tracy based on the book. That movie only covers about half of what is in the novel.
You have probably read these, but in case not, check out Allan Eckert. Fantastic books. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allan_W._Eckert