Description

The Boys of Old Monmouth is a historical fiction novel written by Everett Titsworth Tomlinson and published in 1898. The story is set during the American Revolutionary War in 1778 in New Jersey, and follows a group of young boys who become involved in General George Washington's campaign against the British Army.The main characters of the novel are a group of friends who live in the Monmouth County area of New Jersey. They are all around the age of 14 and are eager to join the fight for American independence. The boys are led by David Sands, who is the son of a local farmer and becomes a messenger for General Washington.Throughout the book, the boys experience the hardships of war, including battles, injuries, and loss of loved ones. They also witness the bravery and determination of the American soldiers and the sacrifices they make for their country.The Boys of Old Monmouth is a coming-of-age story that highlights the importance of loyalty, courage, and patriotism. It also provides insight into the historical events of the Revolutionary War and the role that New Jersey played in the fight for American independence.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.