Children Of Destiny (1903)

Children of Destiny is a historical fiction novel written by American author Molly Elliot Seawell and first published in 1903. The story is set in the late 18th century and follows the lives of three siblings ������� Jack, Peggy, and Molly ������� who are born into a wealthy Virginia family. The siblings are raised with a sense of entitlement and privilege, but their lives are forever changed when their father dies and their mother is forced to sell their plantation.As the siblings grow up, they each face their own challenges and struggles. Jack becomes a successful lawyer, but his ambition and desire for power lead him down a dangerous path. Peggy falls in love with a British officer, but their relationship is threatened by the looming American Revolution. And Molly, the youngest of the siblings, is torn between her loyalty to her family and her desire for independence.Throughout the novel, Seawell weaves historical events and figures into the narrative, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. The novel explores themes of family, love, power, and the struggles of the American Revolution.Overall, Children of Destiny is a compelling and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the American Revolution and the lives of those who lived through it.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.