Follow the River by James Alexander Thom
"Follow the River" is a historical novel based on the true story of Mary Ingles, a woman who was captured by Shawnee Indians in 1755 during the French and Indian War. After being taken to Ohio, Mary, who was pregnant at the time of her capture, gives birth and is subsequently separated from her baby. Despite the harrowing circumstances, she manages to escape with another woman. The narrative follows her perilous 1,000-mile journey through the wilderness, back to her home in Virginia, showcasing her resilience, courage, and unwavering determination.
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- Published
- 1981
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 406
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 26th on The 100 Favorite Novels of Librarians (Bookman.com)
- Daniel S. Burt's Recommended Historical Novels (What Historical Novel Do I Read Next? by Daniel S. Burt (1997))