Hardscrabble Or The Fall Of Chicago: A Tale Of Indian Warfare is a historical fiction novel written by John Richardson. The book is set in the early 19th century and tells the story of the Battle of Fort Dearborn, which took place in 1812 between the United States and Native American tribes in the Chicago area.The story follows the lives of several characters, including Major Isaac Van Dorn, a soldier who is stationed at Fort Dearborn, and his wife, Lucy. The novel explores the tensions between the Native American tribes and the settlers, as well as the political and military strategies of both sides.As the conflict between the United States and the Native American tribes intensifies, the characters are forced to confront their own beliefs and values. The novel also delves into themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice as the characters struggle to survive in a world torn apart by war.Overall, Hardscrabble Or The Fall Of Chicago: A Tale Of Indian Warfare is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in American history.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.