Wampum And Old Gold (1921)

Wampum and Old Gold is a novel written by Hervey Allen and published in 1921. The story is set in the early 18th century and follows the journey of a young man named John Telfair, who leaves his home in Virginia to seek his fortune in the wilds of Pennsylvania. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including Native Americans, French traders, and English settlers. As John navigates the unfamiliar landscape and social customs of the frontier, he becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue and violence, centered around the trade in wampum and gold. He also falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who is caught up in the same dangerous world. Together, they must navigate the complex relationships and shifting alliances of the frontier, while trying to survive and thrive in a harsh and unpredictable environment. Wampum and Old Gold is a richly detailed and vividly imagined historical novel, full of colorful characters, dramatic action, and sweeping vistas of the American wilderness. It offers a fascinating glimpse into a little-known period of American history, and is a compelling portrait of a young man's journey of self-discovery and adventure.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.