Woodcraft Or Hawks About The Dovecote: A Story Of The South At The Close Of The Revolution (1890)

Woodcraft Or Hawks About The Dovecote is a novel written by W. Gilmore Simms in 1890. Set in the South at the end of the American Revolution, the story follows the adventures of a group of woodsmen as they navigate the challenges of post-war life. The novel explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the struggle to rebuild in the aftermath of conflict.The protagonist, Maurice Lindsay, is a young man who has grown up in the wilderness, learning the skills of woodcraft from his father. When the war ends, he returns to his family's plantation to find that it has been destroyed and his father killed. Seeking revenge, he joins a group of woodsmen who are determined to protect their land from raiders and bandits.As Lindsay and his comrades battle to defend their homes, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful and cunning woman named Katebella, who becomes Lindsay's love interest. Along the way, they face numerous challenges, including dangerous animals, treacherous terrain, and violent enemies.Woodcraft Or Hawks About The Dovecote is a gripping tale of adventure and romance that captures the spirit of the South in the aftermath of the Revolution. With its vivid descriptions of the natural world and its compelling characters, the novel is a classic of American literature that continues to captivate readers today.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.