Kurzbeschreibung
The house at Bethel had, both in front and in rear, a portico, or, as it was more humbly, and therefore more appropriately named, a shed; that in the rear, was a sort of adjunct to the kitchen, and one end of it was enclosed for the purpose of a bed-room, and occupied by Magawisca. Everell found Digby sitting at the other extremity of this portico; his position was prudently chosen. The moon was high, and the heavens clear, and there concealed and sheltered by the shadow of the roof, he could, without being seen, command the whole extent of cleared ground that bordered on the forest, whence the foe would come, if he came at all.
Synopsis
This is an eccentric and conspicuous novel that sensationalizes a conflict between English colonists and Native Americans. Sedgwick's firm feminist and patriotic approach is evident throughout the novel. The female characters are strongly built and the highly spirited heroine of the novel, Esther stands apart in her portrayal. Compelling!
