Leather Stocking And Silk Or Hunter John Myers And His Times

Leather Stocking and Silk or Hunter John Myers and His Times: A Story of the Valley of Virginia is a historical novel written by John Esten Cooke and first published in 1854. The novel is set in the early 18th century in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley and tells the story of John Myers, a skilled hunter and frontiersman who becomes embroiled in the political and social upheavals of the time. Myers is a complex character, torn between his love of the land and his desire for social advancement. He is drawn into the world of the Virginia gentry, where he falls in love with the beautiful and refined Lucy Templeton. But as he becomes more involved in the political machinations of the time, he finds himself at odds with the powerful men who control the valley. Leather Stocking and Silk is a vivid portrayal of life on the frontier in the early days of America. Cooke's writing is rich in detail, and he brings to life the rugged beauty of the Virginia mountains and the harsh realities of life on the frontier. The novel is also a commentary on the social and political issues of the time, including slavery, Native American relations, and the struggle for independence from Britain. Overall, Leather Stocking and Silk is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the early days of American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Virginia, the frontier, or the early American experience.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.