Horse-Shoe Robinson

Horse-Shoe Robinson: A Tale Of The Tory Ascendency is a historical novel written by John Pendleton Kennedy. The story is set during the American Revolution and follows the adventures of a young man named Harry Robinson, who is known as Horse-Shoe Robinson because of his skill as a blacksmith. Robinson is a loyalist who fights for the British during the war, but he becomes disillusioned with their cause and joins the American patriots.The novel is set in South Carolina and features a cast of colorful characters, including a group of loyalist Tories who are determined to maintain their control over the region. Robinson becomes embroiled in a series of adventures as he fights against the Tories and tries to help the patriots win the war.The book is a vivid portrayal of life during the American Revolution, with detailed descriptions of battles, political intrigue, and the struggles of ordinary people caught up in the conflict. It also explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complex relationships between people on different sides of a conflict.Overall, Horse-Shoe Robinson: A Tale Of The Tory Ascendency is a gripping historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the American Revolution. It is a must-read for anyone interested in this period of American history or in historical fiction in general.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.