John Stevens' Courtship

John Stevens' Courtship: A Story of the Echo Canyon War is a historical fiction novel written by Susa Young Gates and published in 1909. The story is set in the mid-19th century during the Mormon Pioneer Era, and follows the courtship of John Stevens and his love interest, Mary, amidst the turmoil of the Echo Canyon War.The novel begins with John Stevens, a young Mormon man, returning home from a mission in England. He is immediately drawn to Mary, a beautiful and independent woman who is also a member of the Mormon Church. However, their courtship is complicated by the political tensions between the Mormons and the federal government, which culminate in the Echo Canyon War.As the conflict escalates, John and Mary find themselves caught in the middle of the violence and must navigate their love for each other amidst the chaos. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including Brigham Young, the leader of the Mormon Church, and General Albert Sidney Johnston, the commander of the federal troops.Through John and Mary's story, Gates explores themes of love, faith, and patriotism, as well as the historical events that shaped the early days of the Mormon Church. The novel is a compelling blend of romance and historical fiction, offering readers a vivid glimpse into a fascinating period of 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.