Wau-nan-gee; Or, the Massacre at Chicago: A Romance of the American Revolution

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Author Richardson, Major (John), 1796-1852
LoC No. 07041218
Title Wau-nan-gee; Or, the Massacre at Chicago: A Romance of the American Revolution
Note Reading ease score: 63.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Gardner Buchanan
Summary "Wau-nan-gee; Or, the Massacre at Chicago: A Romance of the American Revolution" by Major Richardson is a historical novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The narrative unfolds during the War of 1812, focusing on the tense situation at Fort Dearborn and the interactions between American soldiers and Native American tribes. Central to the story are Captain Headley and his wife, Ellen, as well as the character Wau-nan-gee, the son of an Indian chief, whose affections and actions will create complications for them all. At the start of this tale, the harmonious life at Fort Dearborn is shattered by an urgent dispatch revealing the declaration of war between Great Britain and the United States. Amidst growing tensions, the Indian messenger Winnebeg brings alarming news and hints at an impending attack that could jeopardize the safety of the fort's inhabitants. As the commanding officer, Captain Headley is torn between following orders to evacuate and the potential treachery of some of the Indian allies. Meanwhile, the story hints at romantic tensions involving Maria Heywood, the wife of Ensign Ronayne, and Wau-nan-gee, setting up a dramatic exploration of love, loyalty, and betrayal against the backdrop of a brewing conflict. The opening portion introduces readers to the urgent, precarious situation and foreshadows the personal and collective struggles that will arise as the characters grapple with their fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Chicago (Ill.) -- Fiction
Subject Massacres -- Fiction
Subject Fort Dearborn Massacre, Chicago, Ill., 1812 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 31745
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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