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In The Days Of Jefferson, Or The Six Golden Horseshoes

In The Days Of Jefferson, Or The Six Golden Horseshoes

Hezekiah Butterworth

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104182755
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In The Days Of Jefferson, Or The Six Golden Horseshoes: A Tale Of Republican Simplicity is a historical fiction novel written by Hezekiah Butterworth and first published in 1900. The story takes place in the early 19th century during the presidency of Thomas Jefferson and follows the adventures of a young boy named Peter Nelson.Peter is a farm boy who dreams of becoming a blacksmith, but his life takes an unexpected turn when he is chosen to deliver a message to President Jefferson. Along the way, Peter meets a group of six men who are on a secret mission to deliver golden horseshoes to the president as a symbol of their loyalty to the new republic.As Peter travels with the group, he learns about the history of the American Revolution and the ideals of democracy and freedom that inspired the founding of the United States. He also encounters various challenges and dangers, including hostile Native Americans and British spies, but he perseveres with the help of his new friends.In The Days Of Jefferson is a heartwarming and educational tale that celebrates the values of patriotism, courage, and simplicity. It offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history and the spirit of the people who helped shape the nation.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.

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