Overview

"""Kate Aylesford: A Story Of The Refugees"" by Charles J. Peterson is a compelling historical novel that transports readers to 19th century America, weaving a tale of drama, love, and survival amidst the trials of war and immigration. Peterson's narrative follows Kate Aylesford and her family as they navigate the challenges of being refugees in a new land, capturing the essence of resilience and hope in the face of adversity. Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in American history, the novel explores themes of family bonds, love, and the human spirit's capacity for survival. Through vivid storytelling, Peterson immerses readers in the struggles and triumphs of the Aylesford family as they forge new lives in a foreign land. Amidst the backdrop of war and immigration, romance blossoms, adding depth and poignancy to the narrative. As Kate and her family confront the harsh realities of their circumstances, they discover the power of love and unity to overcome even the most daunting challenges. ""Kate Aylesford: A Story Of The Refugees"" is a captivating blend of historical drama and romance that resonates with readers, offering a glimpse into the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity."

Full Product Details

9789362762641

Table of Contents

Reviews

Author Information

"Charles Jacobs Peterson was an American editor, publisher, and author. He was an editor at Graham's Magazine, co-owner and partner in The Saturday Evening Post, and the founder of Peterson's Magazine. He wrote several fiction and nonfiction historical works under his own name, as well as the anti-Tom literary novel The Cabin and Parlor; or, Slaves and Masters under the pseudonym J. Thornton Randolph. He belonged to the Peterson publishing family, which also included his relatives Robert Evans Peterson and Henry Peterson. Thomas P. Peterson and Elizabeth Snelling Jacobs gave birth to Peterson on July 20, 1819, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He earned a law degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1838. He was admitted to the bar before graduation but never practiced law. He went on to become the owner and partner of The Saturday Evening Post, as well as the editor of Graham's magazine. He shared an editorial desk with Edgar Allen Poe, who later named him one of the ""journalistic ninnies"" of Graham's. In 1842, he established Ladies' National Magazine to compete with the successful Godey's Lady Book. Peterson's Ladies' National Magazine was renamed in 1848, and from 1858 until 1898, it was just Peterson's Magazine."

Tab Content 6

Customer Reviews

Recent Reviews

Countries Available