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Two volumes, fine in vg dust jackets a bit browned. Most of the book is an accurate description of what occured during that time period, and one gets an incredible feel for the hardships and calamities. It is written from the perspective of langdon towne, a young man whose. Northwest passage by kenneth roberts, first edition. Buy northwest passage book online at best prices in india on. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 709 pages and is available in paperback format. This classic novel follows the career of major rogers, whose. Northwest passage by kenneth roberts, paperback barnes.
Kenneth roberts books list of books by author kenneth. From 190718 he was on the staff of the boston post newspaper, first as a columnist and then, when his column proved extremely popular, he was given his own page. Jan 09, 2020 which kenneth roberts novel is your favorite. First edition of kenneth roberts historical novel which follows the exploits of robert rogers, the leader of a colonial force fighting with the british during the french and indian war. For decades kenneth roberts 18851957 was one of americas most popular historical novelists, writing such best. Book irogers rangers, american adventure film, released in 1940, that deals with events of the french and indian war, a theme rarely explored in film. Samuel stephens and other new material by roberts, kenneth lewis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
This copy bears the following presentation inscription by the author on the title page in his fine hand, inscribed for mel and ethel eaton at the request of jim and mildred campbell, and gladly, with the very best wishes of their friend kenneth roberts. Douglas dillon with his signature on ffep edition first edition. Northwest passage by roberts, kenneth lewis, 1938, doubleday, doran edition, in english northwest passage 1938 edition open library. For me, its always been rabble in arms, followed by northwest passage and oliver wiswell tied for second. That edition runs to 709 pages, so you are in for a long read. The first edition of the novel was published in 1937, and was written by kenneth roberts. While roberts published his first novel in 1930 arundel, he did not gain notoriety until after the publication of northwest passage 1937.
The picture is based on a novel by kenneth roberts titled northwest passage 1937. Pdf northwest passage book by kenneth roberts free download. Aug 27, 2019 in 1937, mgm bought, for an undisclosed record sum, a new book by kenneth roberts that was serialized in the saturday evening post. Northwest passage by roberts, kenneth lewis shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Ive never read better historical fiction than that written by kenneth roberts. It turned out he was an indian aficionado, too, with the french and indian war 17541763 being one of his specialties. Possible ex library copy, thatll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Samuel stephens and other new material roberts, kenneth lewis published by doubleday, doran 1936. Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included.
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So popular was the novel that it made the silver screen starring. Jan 01, 2001 maine native kenneth roberts wrote a number of excellent historical novels, still in print, about revolutionary warera america. Northwest passage book irogers rangers kenneth roberts s novel northwest passage chronicles the exploits of major robert rogers 17311795, who during the french and indian war raised and commanded an independent unit of lightinfantry soldiers attached to the british army known as rogers rangers. Kenneth roberts s most popular book is northwest passage. Northwest passage by kenneth roberts, first edition abebooks. Northwest passage containing the courtmartial of major robert rogers, the courtmartial of lt. Kenneth lewis roberts december 8, 1885 july 21, 1957 was an american writer of historical novels. See all books authored by kenneth roberts, including arundel, and rabble in arms, and more on. It was based on the first part of kenneth robertss 1937 novel of the same name. Complete summary of kenneth roberts northwest passage. The arundel series entitles roberts to a distinctive place among historical novelists. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers.
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Northwest passage book by kenneth roberts thriftbooks. Kenneth roberts did a spectacular job of fleshing out the characters in the intriguing historical novel, northwest passage. Samuel stephens and other new material roberts, kenneth lewis. Find northwest passage by roberts, kenneth at biblio. Freckling to prelims and owners name on dedication page. Free download or read online northwest passage pdf epub book. This acclaimed book by kenneth roberts is available at in several formats for your ereader. Northwest passage was the second book by roberts i read and this as well as all other works in roberts chronicles of arundel series sold me on the us. Told through the eyes of primary character langdon towne, much of the novel. A resident of maine for most of his life, he began writing historical novels to the speech the events, the customs and the appearance preserve of his beloved native.
Merys american journey 17931798 1947, english translation, with anna m. Northwest passage, set in the french and indian war, seems not to have aged as well, but is available and worthwhile in used condition. Told through the eyes of primary character langdon towne, much of the novel follows the exploits and character of robert rogers, the leader of rogers rangers, who were a colonial force fighting with the british during the french and indian war structurally, northwest passage is divided into halves. He worked first as a journalist, becoming nationally known for his work with the saturday evening post from 1919 to 1928, and then as a popular novelist. Told through the eyes of primary character langdon towne, much of the novel follows the exploits and character of robert rogers, the leader of rogers rangers, who were a colonial force fighting with the british during the french and indian war. See the article in its original context from july 4, 1937, section book. It told the story of rogers rangers, an 18th century expedition that defeated a tribe of warring indians on the american frontier primarily new york state and eastern canada, and then headed west in search of.
Little remembered now, it is the story of major robert rogers and the early rangers of the french and indian war. An exciting and fast paced adventure story based in colonial america. Northwest passage by kenneth roberts 1937 in dj ebay. Northwest passage is an epic story of early north america during the french and indian war. Books by kenneth roberts author of northwest passage.
Click to read more about northwest passage by kenneth roberts. The main characters of this historical, historical fiction story are langdon towne, cap huff. It was based on the first part of kenneth roberts s 1937 novel of the same name the story follows langdon towne played by robert young, a young man recently expelled. Northwest passage is a 1940 technicolor film, starring spencer tracy, robert young, walter brennan, ruth hussey, and others. From the front flap of this 709 page john jakes reprint of this 1936 classic title. This classic novel follows the career of major rogers, whose incredible exploits during the. Most of the book is an accurate description of what occured during that time period, and one gets an incredible feel for the hardships and calamities that befall these men. Northwest passage is an historical novel by kenneth roberts, published in 1937.
Northwest passage this classic novel follows the career of major rogers, whose incredible exploits during the french and indian wars are told through langdon towne, an artist and harvard student who flees trouble to join the army. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. Northwest passage by kenneth lewis roberts 1977, paperback. Northwest passage by roberts, kenneth seller james cummins bookseller published 1937 condition original red cloth, t. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. With spencer tracy, robert young, walter brennan, ruth hussey.
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