Winter’s Ravage
Winter’s Ravage by Elaine Marie Cooper, published by Scrivenings Press LLC on March 28, 2023, is a historical fiction novel set during the harsh winter of 1779-1780. The story unfolds as General George Washington’s troops winter at Jockey Hollow, New Jersey, where they face severe conditions, including scarce food and the struggle to build log-hut shelters. Amid these challenges, Zadok Wooding learns of the Army’s dire situation through a letter from his brother-in-law, Corporal Levi Parlee, prompting him and a friend to embark on a perilous journey to deliver essential supplies.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines the struggles of the soldiers with the challenges faced by their families back home in New Haven. As Zadok and his companions navigate the treacherous landscape, they encounter various dangers, including a plot against General Washington. Simultaneously, the women left behind confront their own fears and uncertainties about the future of their country. This edition spans 244 pages and is presented in English, offering a glimpse into the resilience and determination of individuals during a pivotal moment in American history.
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During the savage winter of 1779-1780, General George Washington chose Jockey Hollow, near Morristown, New Jersey, to winter down the troops. When they arrived in December, snow already covered the landscape. The men were forced to build log-hut shelters while battling the elements. Food was scarce, and, at times, non-existent. Although Washington begged Congress for help to feed and clothe his men, his pleas went unheeded.
Zadok Wooding’s brother-in-law, Corporal Levi Parlee, wrote home to tell of the Army’s plight, prompting Zadok and a friend from Hartford to begin a long, freezing journey to bring the troops much-needed food and blankets.
Along the way, dangers are encountered, including a kidnapping plot against General Washington. Zadok and his party are stranded for weeks in the snow-covered land.
Meanwhile, two pregnant wives and Zadok’s mother are at home in New Haven. The women face their own dangers, and Aurinda Wooding wonders if the fledgling country is strong enough to win the war against Mother England. Will all be lost in this terrible winter?
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