Benjamin of Ohio: A Story of the Settlement of Marietta by James Otis

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Author Otis, James, 1848-1912
LoC No. 12025565
Title Benjamin of Ohio: A Story of the Settlement of Marietta
Note Reading ease score: 56.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Beth Baran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary "Benjamin of Ohio: A Story of the Settlement of Marietta" by James Otis is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the challenges faced by early settlers as they journey from Massachusetts to establish a new home in Ohio, primarily through the eyes of the young protagonist, Benjamin. The book aims to provide a truthful record of the hardships and adventures encountered during the settlement period, appealing to young readers with themes of bravery, persistence, and community spirit. The opening of the story introduces Benjamin, who reflects on his journey to the Ohio country, emphasizing the establishment of the Ohio Company led by notable figures like General Rufus Putnam. It sets a vivid context for the young readers by detailing the preparations, motivations, and the excitement of venturing into the wilderness. The narrative captures Benjamin's aspirations to contribute to building a new village alongside the adult settlers, offering insights into the historical significance of the Ohio settlement while portraying the trials and camaraderie of traveling families faced with the wilderness ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F476: United States local history: Old Northwest. Northwest Territory
Subject Northwest, Old -- History
Subject Frontier and pioneer life -- Ohio
Subject Marietta (Ohio)
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EBook-No. 48344
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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