The Downing Legends, Stories In Rhyme

The Downing Legends is a collection of four stories in rhyme - The Witch of Shiloh, The Last of the Wampanoags, The Gentle Earl, and The Enchanted Voyage - written by John William DeForest and originally published in 1901. Each story is a unique tale filled with adventure, magic, and mystery. The Witch of Shiloh follows the story of a young girl who encounters a witch in the woods and must use her wits to outsmart her. The Last of the Wampanoags tells the story of a Native American tribe facing extinction and the brave warrior who fights to save his people. The Gentle Earl is a romantic tale of a nobleman who falls in love with a peasant girl and must choose between his duty and his heart. The Enchanted Voyage is a fantastical adventure about a group of sailors who discover a magical island and must navigate its dangers to find their way home. DeForest's writing is rich with vivid imagery and compelling characters, making The Downing Legends a timeless classic for readers of all ages.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.