Hardscrabble Or The Fall Of Chicago

Hardscrabble Or The Fall Of Chicago: A Tale Of Indian Warfare is a historical novel written by John Richardson. The book is set in the 18th century and follows the story of a young man named Charles Langlade, who is half French and half Native American. The novel takes place during the French and Indian War, and the plot centers around the conflict between the French, the British, and the Native American tribes in the Great Lakes region.The story begins with Charles Langlade's arrival in the city of Chicago, which is under attack by Native American tribes. The city is poorly defended, and the inhabitants are ill-prepared for the attack. Charles, who is a skilled hunter and warrior, quickly becomes involved in the defense of the city.As the story progresses, Charles becomes a key figure in the conflict between the French and the British. He is torn between his loyalty to his French heritage and his love for his Native American mother's people. The novel explores the complex relationships between the different groups involved in the conflict, including the French, the British, and the Native Americans.Hardscrabble Or The Fall Of Chicago: A Tale Of Indian Warfare is a gripping and action-packed historical novel that provides a vivid portrayal of the French and Indian War. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, Native American culture, and military strategy.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.