The Tory Lover

During the Revolutionary War, tensions and resentments ran high, and the daily lives of citizens and soldiers were changed. In Berwick, Maine, a wealthy merchant, Col. Johnanthan Hamilton, welcomes Captain John Paul Jones to dinner in his lavish home. The colonel's daughter, Mary, is concerned about a ship sailing away from America with news of surrender, named the Ranger. Roger Wallingford, a man of loyalist leanings, falls in love with Mary, and his newly found allegiance to America is tested when a traitor lurks on the ship. The Tory Lover by Sarah Orne Jewett provides detailed insight and description of multiple landscapes and people during the war, portraying the opposing ideologies, high tension, and betrayal expected during the war. It also depicts a touching romance between star-crossed lovers. This edition of The Tory Lover features an eye-catching new cover design and is presented in a modern and readable font, making it accessible and appealing to contemporary audiences.

Format: Hardback
Length: 284 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press

As the Revolutionary War progressed, tensions and resentments soared, lingering long after the surrender. Amid this chaos, the daily lives of citizens and soldiers were profoundly impacted, often shaped by the polarizing political beliefs they held. Amid this disarray, a wealthy merchant, Col. Johnathan Hamilton, extends a dinner invitation to Captain John Paul Jones in his lavish home in Berwick, Maine. While the two men engage in spirited discussions about the war and savor their meal, the colonel's daughter, Mary, remains preoccupied with a ship sailing away from America, carrying news of surrender. Named the Ranger, the ship is a melting pot of men from diverse backgrounds, but Mary's attention is solely focused on one. When he and Mary first crossed paths, Roger Wallingford held loyalist leanings, which starkly contrasted Mary's unwavering commitment to the American cause. However, as their relationship deepened, Roger began to question his previous beliefs, gradually losing the sympathy he once held for the British as he fell deeply in love with Mary. Now, Roger actively contributes as a helpful crew member on the Ranger, but while a traitor lurks on the ship, seeking to sow chaos, Roger's newfound allegiance to America is put to the test. As the war unfolds, the stakes are higher than ever, and Roger's future with Mary hangs in the balance. Set against the backdrop of Maine, the Atlantic, France, and England, The Tory Lover offers a vivid and detailed portrayal of the various landscapes and characters during the Revolutionary War. While depicting the opposing ideologies, heightened tension, and betrayal that were prevalent during this period, Sarah Orne Jewett's work also weaves a touching romance between star-crossed lovers. With its exciting elements and insightful portrayal of historical figures and settings, The Tory Lover remains both entertaining and educational for a modern audience. This edition of The Tory Lover, published by Project Gutenberg, ensures that this timeless masterpiece remains accessible to readers worldwide.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513135236