The Last Penacook: A Tale Of Provincial Times (1887)

The Last Penacook: A Tale Of Provincial Times is a historical fiction novel written by Abel B. Berry and published in 1887. The novel is set in the colonial era of New England and follows the story of a Native American tribe called the Penacook. The Penacook tribe is on the brink of extinction due to the arrival of European settlers and the subsequent conflicts between the two groups.The novel's protagonist is a young Penacook warrior named Wonalancet, who is torn between his loyalty to his tribe and his desire to find a peaceful solution to the conflict. As the last surviving member of his tribe, Wonalancet must navigate the treacherous waters of colonial politics and diplomacy to ensure the survival of his people.The Last Penacook is a vivid portrayal of the clash of cultures and the struggles faced by Native American tribes during the colonial period. It offers a unique perspective on the history of New England and sheds light on the complex relationships between Native Americans and European settlers.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.